Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionLoch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBig PeatLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%52.4%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£41.95
Rating5.00/51.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value24/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £42 vs £49.

For beginners: Big Peat Halloween Edition is more approachable (50/100 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 £41.95)

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £48.67)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (1.0 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaToastedNutty

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