Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionSaints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old
DistilleryBig Peat&Whisky
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%40%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£48.67£59.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner90/100
Value83/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £60.

For beginners: Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Big Peat Halloween Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£48.67 vs £59.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 vs £48.67)
  • 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 Saints?

Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 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 Saints & Sinners & Rebels & Rogues 18 Year Old

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitMalt ExtractSherried

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