Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250

Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Master of Malt
£200
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 45% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199.95)
Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +More affordable (£199.95 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 Master?
Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) 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 Master of Malt Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)