Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£44
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £43.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £45.
For beginners: Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.29 vs £43.78)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£43.78 vs £45.29)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 317367/-70/-71/-72/-75) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange