Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

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

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
DistilleryBig PeatInchgower
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%52.5%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£46.95£51.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner45/100
Value96/100

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £52.

For beginners: Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £51.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£51.95 vs £46.95)
  • 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - 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 Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Malt ExtractToastedOilyNuttyHay-like

Where to buy

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

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