Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionDeanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
DistilleryBig PeatDeanston
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%52.5%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£48.67£78.03
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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 £78.

For beginners: Big Peat Halloween Edition is more approachable (50/100 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 £78.03)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£78.03 vs £48.67)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Deanston?

Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Deanston 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 6348) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyToastedVanilla

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