The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46

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

The Muff Liquor Company Irish WhiskeyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryThe Muff Liquor CompanyDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£44.33£34.3
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £44.

For beginners: The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.33 vs £34.3)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£34.3 vs £44.33)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy The?

The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey 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.

Who should buy The?

The Big Smoke 46 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only The Muff Liquor Company Irish Whiskey

SherriedHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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