Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Balblair
£63
| Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Balblair |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 57.2% |
| Age | NAS | 4 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
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 £63.
For beginners: Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland 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 affordable (£46.95 vs £62.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Balblair?
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland 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
Only Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Where to buy
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange