Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie
£35
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £35 vs £45.
For beginners: Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.29 vs £34.95)
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £45.29)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (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.
Tasting notes
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Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
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Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange