Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Makers Mark
£32
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Makers Mark | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £31.5 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £32 vs £34.
For beginners: Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.5 vs £34.3)
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 £31.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Maker's?
Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Maker's Mark in Christmas Jumper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only The Big Smoke 46