Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionToffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
DistilleryBig PeatInvergordon
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£80.97
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

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 £81.

For beginners: Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 £80.97)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£80.97 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 Toffee?

Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Toffee Apple Crisp 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

VanillaToastedHoneyCooked FruitNutty

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