Penderyn Sherrywood Finish vs Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

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

Penderyn Sherrywood FinishBig Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
DistilleryPenderynBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%54.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£42.95£49.9
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Penderyn Sherrywood Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value99/100

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

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

Penderyn Sherrywood Finish

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 4.25).

Penderyn Sherrywood Finish is better value at £43 vs £50.

For beginners: Penderyn Sherrywood Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Sherrywood Finish

Pros

  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.9 vs £42.95)

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Sherrywood Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Penderyn Sherrywood Finish

SherriedFresh FruitHoney

Only Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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