Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Craigellachie
£73
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £72.53 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £73.
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 £72.53)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.53 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 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 621) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange