Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

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

Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
DistilleryGlen ElginBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV45.8%54.2%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£49.95£49.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is better value at £50 vs £50.

For beginners: Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £49.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£49.9 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedChocolateCooked Fruit

Only Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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