Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory
Strathmill
£34
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £33.75 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory
The Big Smoke 46
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory is better value at £34 vs £34.
For beginners: Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.75 vs £34.3)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £33.75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory 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 Strathmill 10 Year Old 2007 (casks 805456 & 805457) - Signatory
Only The Big Smoke 46