Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Longmorn
£51
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £51.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £51.
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 £51.13)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.13 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
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