Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£55
| Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £55.
For beginners: Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £54.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £46.95)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange