Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin vs Big Peat Halloween Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged GinBig Peat Halloween Edition
DistilleryPeddlarsBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£37.95£48.67
Rating5.00/5

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Smoke63/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin is better value at £38 vs £49.

For beginners: Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £48.67)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £37.95)

Who should buy Peddlers?

Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin 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.

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 Peddlers Shanghai Barrel Aged Gin

VanillaHoneyToastedCitric

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

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