Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionTobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryBig PeatTobermory
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yr9 yr
Price£45.29£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £40 vs £45.

For beginners: Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £39.95)

Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £45.29)
  • +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

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