Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Spice King (Wemyss Malts)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionSpice King (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryBig PeatWemyss Malts
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£45.29£39.94
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Spice King (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Spice King (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Spice King (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £40 vs £45.

For beginners: Spice King (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £39.94)

Spice King (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.94 vs £45.29)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Spice?

Spice King (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Spice King (Wemyss Malts)

TobaccoOld WoodNutty

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