Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs Big Peat Halloween Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Benrinnes
£68
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
| Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | Big Peat Halloween Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £67.51 | £48.67 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £68.
For beginners: Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.51 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £67.51)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) 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 13 Year Old 2009 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition