Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryGlenturretBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yr8 yr
Price£42.86£45.29
Rating5.00/5

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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).

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £43 vs £45.

For beginners: Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£42.86 vs £45.29)

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 £42.86)

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

SmokeyLeathery

Only Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

MedicinalSherriedOld Wood

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedOilyKippery

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