Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory vs Big Peat Halloween Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£36
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
| Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory | Big Peat Halloween Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £35.95 | £48.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Quick verdict
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory is better value at £36 vs £49.
For beginners: Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £48.67)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.67 vs £35.95)
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory 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 Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 804051 & 804052) - Signatory
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition