Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionGlen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryBig PeatGlen Garioch
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yr5 yr
Price£45.29£35.07
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £35 vs £45.

For beginners: Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (75/100 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)
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £35.07)

Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.07 vs £45.29)

Cons

  • 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 Glen?

Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Glen Garioch 5 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyVanilla

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