Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Roe & Co Irish Whiskey

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionRoe & Co Irish Whiskey
DistilleryBig PeatRoe & Co
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%45%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£45.29£33.99
Rating5.00/54.48/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.48).

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey is better value at £34 vs £45.

For beginners: Roe & Co Irish Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.29 vs £33.99)

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.99 vs £45.29)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Roe?

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Roe & Co Irish Whiskey

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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