Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
| Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £45.29 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £55.
For beginners: Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £45.29)
- −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
- +More affordable (£45.29 vs £54.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
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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