Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
£40
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£50
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £49.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Quick verdict
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.9 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 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
Both taste of
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