Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryCaol IlaBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.1%46%
Age6 yr8 yr
Price£52.95£45.29
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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

For beginners: Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£52.95 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £52.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 6 Year Old - Batch 22 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

LeatheryToastedOilyKippery

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