Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Kanosuke
£199
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Kanosuke |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 57% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition is better value at £199 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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 Kanosuke?
Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition 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
Only Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition