Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionWave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt
DistilleryBig PeatWave Distil
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandBelgium
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47.4%
Age8 yr5 yr
Price£45.29£48.11
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value83/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £48.

For beginners: Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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 £48.11)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.11 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Wave?

Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Wave 5 Year Old August 17th Brutus Single Malt

Cooked FruitSherriedChocolateHoney

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