Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
DistilleryAdnamsBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.1%46%
Age7 yr8 yr
Price£49.95£45.29
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner75/100
Value93/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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: Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Adnams 7 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

HoneyVanillaChocolate

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

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