Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Johnnie Walker
£40
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
The Big Smoke 46
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £40.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 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 £39.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses 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 Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Only The Big Smoke 46