Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionGlorious 12th Artisan Whisky
DistilleryBig PeatBlack Powder Gin
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is better value at £40 vs £49.

For beginners: Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £39.95)

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £48.67)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glorious?

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

HoneySherriedVanillaOld WoodToasted

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