Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) vs Big Peat Halloween Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Glen Elgin
★ 4.00
£58
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) | Big Peat Halloween Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.95 | £48.67 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £58.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.67 vs £57.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Halloween Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition