Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionNinkasi Small Batch Hors Série
DistilleryBig PeatNinkasi
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandFrance
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£54.5
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série

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 £55.

For beginners: Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série is more approachable (65/100 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 £54.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.5 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 Ninkasi?

Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Ninkasi Small Batch Hors Série

Malt ExtractSherriedFresh FruitVanilla

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