Bulleit Rye vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Bulleit RyeBig Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryBulleitBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV45%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£35.95£45.29
Rating4.53/55.00/5

Bulleit Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Bulleit Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).

Bulleit Rye is better value at £36 vs £45.

For beginners: Bulleit Rye is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bulleit Rye

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.95 vs £45.29)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £35.95)

Who should buy Bulleit?

Bulleit Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 Bulleit Rye

CitricNew Wood

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Where to buy

Bulleit Rye

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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