Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionGlen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)
DistilleryBig PeatGlen Moray
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%43%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£48.67£41.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) is better value at £42 vs £49.

For beginners: Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £41.95)

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £48.67)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 1996 - Dun Bheagan (Ian MacLeod)

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaSherriedFresh Fruit

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