Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionWhisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old
DistilleryBig PeatWhisky Works
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46.4%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£48.67£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

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 £73.

For beginners: Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£48.67 vs £72.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £48.67)
  • 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 Whisky?

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitHoneyNutty

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