Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Bushmills
£60
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
| Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve | Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £59.99 | £45.29 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £60.
For beginners: Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.99 vs £45.29)
- −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 affordable (£45.29 vs £59.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve 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 Bushmills 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition