Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryMortlachBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age7 yr8 yr
Price£39.95£45.29
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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).

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is better value at £40 vs £45.

For beginners: Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £45.29)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £39.95)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Mortlach 7 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaOld Wood

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Where to buy

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