Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits

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

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
DistilleryBig PeatGlen Spey
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%59.1%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£46.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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

Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits is better value at £47 vs £47.

For beginners: Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (40/100 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • 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 Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits 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

Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokeyMedicinalMossy

Only Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits

SherriedVanillaDried FruitToastedOily

Explore more