Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionNorth British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)
DistilleryBig PeatNorth British
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV46%57.1%
Age8 yr15 yr
Price£45.29£43.75
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £45.

For beginners: North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £43.75)

North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£43.75 vs £45.29)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • 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 North?

North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only North British 15 Year Old 2009 - 100 Proof Grain Edition #2 (Signatory)

SherriedHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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