Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
£60
| Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 61.6% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £60.
For beginners: Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (61.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange