Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

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

Big Peat Halloween EditionSingleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
DistilleryBig PeatGlendullan
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%55%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£48.67£41.49
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat Halloween Edition

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

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is better value at £41 vs £49.

For beginners: Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.67 vs £41.49)

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£41.49 vs £48.67)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • 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 Singleton?

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat Halloween Edition

SmokeyCoal-gasDried Fruit

Only Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

SherriedVanillaHoneyToastedOld Wood

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