Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask vs Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the CaskBig Peat Halloween Edition
DistilleryEdradourBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV55.8%48%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£49.97£48.67
Rating5.00/5

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.97 vs £48.67)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £49.97)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Edradour 13 Year Old 1998 Bordeaux Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask

Cooked FruitSherriedHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

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