Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) 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)
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish (bottled 2017)