Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Edradour
£250
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 56.2% |
| Age | 33 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 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)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £249.95)
- −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 Edradour?
Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Edradour 19 Year Old 1999 (casks 814 & 815) - Bordeaux Cask Finish