Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionGlenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryBig PeatGlenturret
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age8 yr8 yr
Price£45.29£42.86
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £43 vs £45.

For beginners: Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £42.86)

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£42.86 vs £45.29)

Cons

  • 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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - 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

SmokeyLeathery

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedOilyKippery

Only Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

MedicinalSherriedOld Wood

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