Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping ShedThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryAultmoreDuncan Taylor
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.5%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£53.35£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed

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 £53.

For beginners: Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.35 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 £53.35)

Cons

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

Who should buy Aultmore?

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 900019) - The Sipping Shed

SherriedDried FruitVanillaToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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