Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionInchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
DistilleryBig PeatLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yr13 yr
Price£45.29£48.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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 £49.

For beginners: Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (55/100 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 £48.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 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 Inchfad?

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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

SmokeyLeathery

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedOilyKippery

Only Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Old WoodMalt Extract

Where to buy

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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