Big Peat Halloween Edition vs John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon
John E. Fitzgerald
★ 4.11
£45
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | John E. Fitzgerald |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £48.67 | £45.49 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.11/5 |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Big Peat Halloween Edition
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.11).
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon is better value at £45 vs £49.
For beginners: John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.67 vs £45.49)
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.49 vs £48.67)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 John?
John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon 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
Only John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon