Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionBenrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryBig PeatBenrinnes
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%57.8%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£48.67£56.4
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value89/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £56.

For beginners: Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£48.67 vs £56.4)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£56.4 vs £48.67)
  • 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 Benrinnes?

Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 300746) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaTobaccoHoney

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