Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionDailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryBig PeatDailuaine
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£48.67£38.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £39 vs £49.

For beginners: Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £38.95)

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.95 vs £48.67)

Cons

  • 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 Dailuaine?

Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 800042 & 800043) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyFresh FruitToasted

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