Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie
★ 1.00
£50
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
| Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.4% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £45.29 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.29)
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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)
- +More affordable (£45.29 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 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 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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Only Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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Where to buy
Craigellachie 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange