Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Yamazaki |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) is more approachable (70/100 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)
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) 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 Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)