Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Midleton
£205
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Midleton |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £204.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) is better value at £205 vs £250.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) 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 £204.95)
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Pros
- +More affordable (£204.95 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 Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)