Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Big Peat Halloween Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Benrinnes
★ 4.50
£50
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
| Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | Big Peat Halloween Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £48.67 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £50.
For beginners: Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
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 £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) 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.
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 Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition