Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Big Peat Islay Blended Malt

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionBig Peat Islay Blended Malt
DistilleryBig PeatBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£45.29£38.75
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Big Peat Islay Blended Malt

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Islay Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat Islay Blended Malt is better value at £39 vs £45.

For beginners: Big Peat Islay Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 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 £38.75)

Big Peat Islay Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.75 vs £45.29)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Big?

Big Peat Islay Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOilyKippery

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

LeatheryToasted

Only Big Peat Islay Blended Malt

Medicinal

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