Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£37
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £36.99 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
The Big Smoke 46
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £37.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.99 vs £34.3)
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £36.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish 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
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