Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£45
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£35
| Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition | Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 60% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £45.29 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £45.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.29 vs £34.95)
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £45.29)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Secret?
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) 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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