Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie
£55
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £55.
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 £54.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 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 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Batch 14 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange