Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside) vs Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside)
Glengoyne
£79
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside) | Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £78.64 | £47.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is better value at £48 vs £79.
For beginners: Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£78.64 vs £47.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £78.64)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 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
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Where to buy
Glengoyne 19 Year Old 1996 - Distiller's Art (Langside)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange