Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionThe Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy
DistilleryBig PeatThe London Distillery Company
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£45.29£32.99
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is better value at £33 vs £45.

For beginners: The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is more approachable (100/100 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 £32.99)

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.99 vs £45.29)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 The?

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryToastedOilyKippery

Only The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Dried FruitCooked FruitHoneyVanilla

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