Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
DistilleryAberlourBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.9%53.8%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£61.95£46.95
Rating2.00/55.00/5

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value32/100

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £62.

For beginners: Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.95 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £61.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Aberlour?

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 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

Only Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokeyMedicinalMossy

Where to buy

Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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