Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition vs Tobermory 12 Year Old

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

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 EditionTobermory 12 Year Old
DistilleryBig PeatTobermory
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46.3%
Age8 yr12 yr
Price£45.29£39.99
Rating5.00/54.71/5

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

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

Tobermory 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).

Tobermory 12 Year Old is better value at £40 vs £45.

For beginners: Tobermory 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 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 £39.99)

Tobermory 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.99 vs £45.29)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Big Peat A846 Fèis Ìle 2020 Edition

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Tobermory 12 Year Old

VanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

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