Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£47
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£39
| Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 | The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 60% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £38.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor)
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £39 vs £47.
For beginners: Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is more approachable (35/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £38.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£38.95 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The Big Smoke 60 (Duncan Taylor) 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
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