Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£180
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 48.3% |
| Age | 33 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 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 £179.95)
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £249.95)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Blended?
Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Blended Whisky #1 40 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)