Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionInchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
DistilleryBig PeatInchgower
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%59.8%
Age8 yr11 yr
Price£45.29£60.78
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

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 £61.

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 £60.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£60.78 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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

SmokeyLeatheryKippery

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

ToastedOily

Only Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Old WoodMedicinal

Where to buy

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

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