Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionGlengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryBig PeatGlengoyne
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%58.2%
Age8 yr14 yr
Price£45.29£56.12
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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 £56.

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 £56.12)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£56.12 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 Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Glengoyne 14 Year Old 2001 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitMalt Extract

Where to buy

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