North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
North British
★ 4.67
£27
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £27.07 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) is better value at £27 vs £34.
For beginners: North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.07 vs £34.3)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £27.07)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy North?
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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
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