Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBig PeatGlen Moray
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%50%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£46.95£64.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £65.

For beginners: Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £64.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokeyMedicinalMossy

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

HoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

Where to buy

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

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