Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 vs Big Peat - London Edition

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

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022Big Peat - London Edition
DistilleryBig PeatBig Peat
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.2%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.9£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Big Peat - London Edition

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat - London Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat - London Edition is better value at £47 vs £50.

For beginners: Big Peat - London Edition is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.9 vs £46.95)

Big Peat - London Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £49.9)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 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.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat - London Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

ToastedOilyDried Fruit

Only Big Peat - London Edition

Leathery

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