Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat 33 Year OldGlengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBig PeatGlengoyne
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.2%50.9%
Age33 yr19 yr
Price£249.95£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat 33 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value20/100

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value25/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 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
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 19 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £199.95)

Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £249.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • 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 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

Only Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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