Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionBlair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryBig PeatBlair Athol
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
Age8 yr12 yr
Price£45.29£57
Rating5.00/54.75/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value83/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £57.

For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (75/100 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 £57)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£57 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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 Blair?

Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Where to buy

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