Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Glengoyne
★ 4.75
£199
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 57.2% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 is better value at £199 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 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
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013