Big Peat Halloween Edition vs London Square 12 Year Old

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionLondon Square 12 Year Old
DistilleryBig PeatLondon Square
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.67£34.77
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

London Square 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

London Square 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

London Square 12 Year Old is better value at £35 vs £49.

For beginners: London Square 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 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 £34.77)

London Square 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.77 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 London?

London Square 12 Year Old 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 London Square 12 Year Old

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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