Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Glen Elgin
★ 4.00
£58
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £57.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £58.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £57.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Laudale Batch 4 (Adelphi)