Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£43
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
| Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £42.5 | £45.29 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.5 vs £45.29)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.29 vs £42.5)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
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Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange