Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£74
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
| Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing) | Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £73.95 | £45.29 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £74.
For beginners: Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.95 vs £45.29)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£45.29 vs £73.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing) 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 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
Both taste of
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 'Earth' 8 Year Old 2010 - Old Particular Elements Collection (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange