Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old vs Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Filthy Smoke
★ 4.57
£35
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47
| Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old | Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filthy Smoke | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42.8% | 53.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 4.57/5 | 5.00/5 |
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is better value at £35 vs £47.
For beginners: Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £46.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £34.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Filthy?
Filthy Smoke 10 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 Big?
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 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 Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021