Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryBig PeatBunnahabhain
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%46%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£46.95£36.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £37 vs £47.

For beginners: Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 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
  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £36.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£36.95 vs £46.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Staoisha?

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Mossy

Only Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Oily

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