Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Ardmore
£62
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Ardmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £62.
For beginners: Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 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 £61.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 vs £45.29)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Only Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)