Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Glenmorangie 80:20
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Glenmorangie 80:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Glenmorangie 80:20
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Glenmorangie 80:20
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie 80:20 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 80:20 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Glenmorangie 80:20
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
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 80:20 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Glenmorangie 80:20