Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Midleton Very Rare 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Midleton Very Rare 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Midleton |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare 2023 is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2023 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 £199.95)
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2023 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 Midleton Very Rare 2023