Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionFour Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
DistilleryBig PeatFour Roses
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV48%50%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£44.9
Rating5.00/54.25/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value95/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof is better value at £45 vs £49.

For beginners: Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £44.9)

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Pros

  • +More affordable (£44.9 vs £48.67)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Four?

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Fresh FruitChocolateVanillaToastedOily

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