Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £246.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.29/5 |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.29).
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l is better value at £247 vs £250.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l 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 £246.99)
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£246.99 vs £249.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l 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 Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l