The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 AppsBig Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryGirvanBig Peat
RegionLowlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV42%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£45.34£45.29
Rating3.50/55.00/5

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value77/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £45.

For beginners: The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.34 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (3.5 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 £45.34)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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

Toasted

Only The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

VanillaNew WoodMalt Extract

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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