The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release)Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryMurray McDavidBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age11 yr8 yr
Price£46.95£45.29
Rating5.00/5

The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release)

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).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £47.

For beginners: The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 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 £46.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

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

Toasted

Only The Speysiders 11 Year Old 2009 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2021 Release)

SherriedHoneyCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

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