Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry GinThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryPortobello RoadDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£34.95£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin

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 £35.

For beginners: Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.95 vs £34.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £34.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Portobello?

Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Portobello Road x London Cocktail Week London Dry Gin

Citric

Only The Big Smoke 46

Oily

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