Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) vs Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£50
| Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) | Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is better value at £48 vs £50.
For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange