Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne
£57
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £56.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
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 £57.
For beginners: Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 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 £56.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.9 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (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
Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Only Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2014 (cask DL16333) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange