Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Tamnavulin
£74
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Tamnavulin |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £73.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £74.
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)
- +More affordable (£48.67 vs £73.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.5 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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
Only Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 2313309/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)