Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Inchgower
£47
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Inchgower |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 59.1% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is better value at £47 vs £49.
For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £46.95)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £48.67)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt