Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionCraigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
DistilleryBig PeatCraigellachie
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%59.8%
Age8 yr11 yr
Price£45.29£65.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is better value at £45 vs £66.

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 affordable (£45.29 vs £65.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.95 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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

SmokeyLeatheryOily

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedKippery

Only Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

NuttyTobacco

Where to buy

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 900694) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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