Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Bushmills |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 43% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s 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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Bushmills 12 Year Old 1608 - 1990s