Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBig PeatThompson Bros.
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£57.9£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023

Smoke64/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner50/100
Value86/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.9 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £57.9)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy TB/BSW?

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Big Peat The Smokehouse Edition Fèis ìle 2023

SmokeyToastedLeatheryOld Wood

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Cooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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