Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionFettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryBig PeatFettercairn
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48.4%
Age8 yr12 yr
Price£45.29£50.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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 £51.

For beginners: Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £50.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£50.95 vs £45.29)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16272) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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