Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 56.1% |
| Age | 33 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £217.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) is better value at £218 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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £217.95)
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£217.95 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) 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
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Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)