Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49

Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
★ 1.00
£52
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £52.44 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 1.00/5 |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £52.
For beginners: Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) 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 £52.44)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.44 vs £48.67)
- −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 Òrdha?
Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition
Only Òrdha Meas 12 Year Old 2003 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)