Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)

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

Big Peat 33 Year OldGlenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)
DistilleryBig PeatGlenmorangie
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.2%43%
Age33 yr18 yr
Price£249.95£199
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release) is better value at £199 vs £250.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release) 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 18 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release) 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

Old Wood

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2007 Release)

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitFragant

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