The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple BrandyBig Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryThe London Distillery CompanyBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£32.99£45.29
Rating5.00/5

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is better value at £33 vs £45.

For beginners: The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.99 vs £45.29)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £32.99)

Who should buy The?

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Dried FruitCooked FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryToastedOilyKippery

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