Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 47.6% |
| Age | 33 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £277.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £277.
For beginners: Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) is more approachable (55/100 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 affordable (£249.95 vs £277.3)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£277.3 vs £249.95)
- −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 Springbank?
Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Springbank 24 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)