Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord
£48
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Ord |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 8 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £48.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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 £48.
For beginners: Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £48.05)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.05 vs £45.29)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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
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