Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionInchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBig PeatLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%52.8%
Age8 yr15 yr
Price£45.29£49.95
Rating5.00/54.67/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner35/100
Value93/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £50.

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£45.29 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

SmokeyLeathery

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedOilyKippery

Only Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Cooked Mash

Where to buy

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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