Big Peat 33 Year Old vs The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 4.00
£355
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | The Blended Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 52.3% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £354.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Big Peat 33 Year Old
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £355.
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)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £354.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£354.95 vs £249.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 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
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11