Big Peat Halloween Edition vs Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£49
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 4.56
£57
| Big Peat Halloween Edition | Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 41.3% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £48.67 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.56/5 |
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Big Peat Halloween Edition
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Quick verdict
Big Peat Halloween Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).
Big Peat Halloween Edition is better value at £49 vs £57.
For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (75/100 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 £56.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.95 vs £48.67)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat Halloween Edition
Only Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt