Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Caol Ila
£65
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £65.
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 £64.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Where to buy
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange