Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Appleton |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £228 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection is better value at £228 vs £250.
For beginners: Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £228)
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£228 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Appleton?
Appleton 2002 / 20 Year Old / Hearts Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
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