Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| 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
Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 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)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label (Old Bottling)