Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Big Peat Halloween Edition
DistilleryAllt-á-BhainneBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£79.01£48.67
Rating5.00/5

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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 £79.

For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.01 vs £48.67)
  • 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 affordable (£48.67 vs £79.01)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedOld WoodSherried

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

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