Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 vs Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£50

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
★ 3.00
£40
| Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 | Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £49.9 | £40.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 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 £40.13)
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.13 vs £49.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Only Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Where to buy
Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange