1792 Bottled in Bond vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

1792 Bottled in BondBig Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryBarton 1792Big Peat
RegionIslay
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV50%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£52.95£45.29
Rating5.00/55.00/5

1792 Bottled in Bond

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value94/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

1792 Bottled in Bond

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £53.

For beginners: 1792 Bottled in Bond is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

1792 Bottled in Bond

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£52.95 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 £52.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy 1792?

1792 Bottled in Bond suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 1792 Bottled in Bond

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Explore more