Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250

Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Clynelish
£240
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Clynelish |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 49% |
| Age | 33 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £240.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single is better value at £240 vs £250.
For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 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 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £240.24)
Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£240.24 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 26 Year Old 1988 (cask 908537) - The Duncan Taylor Single suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of