Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry LiqueurThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryReeftonDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£24.95£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur is better value at £25 vs £34.

For beginners: Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.95 vs £34.3)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £24.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Reefton?

Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur 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 Reefton Distilling Co Blueberry Liqueur

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaCitric

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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