Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Glorious 12th Artisan WhiskyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryBlack Powder GinDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£39.95£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £40.

For beginners: Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £34.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£34.3 vs £39.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glorious?

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky 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 Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

HoneySherriedVanillaOld WoodToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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