Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 55.8% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 33 Year Old 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017 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
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 12 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2017