Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Aberlour
★ 5.00
£72
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Aberlour |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £72.
For beginners: Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£45.29 vs £71.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £45.29)
- −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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
Both taste of
Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Only Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange