Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Colonel EH Taylor
★ 4.56
£60
| Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Colonel EH Taylor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53.8% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £60 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.56/5 |
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Quick verdict
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £60.
For beginners: Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £60)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£60 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 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 Colonel?
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Only Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Where to buy
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange