Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl vs Big Peat Halloween Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Abingdon Distillery
£38
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
| Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl | Big Peat Halloween Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Abingdon Distillery | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £37.99 | £48.67 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is better value at £38 vs £49.
For beginners: Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.99 vs £48.67)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £37.99)
Who should buy Abingdon?
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition