Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (60/100 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 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Inchmurrin 21 Year Old - Pre 2015