Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)The Big Smoke 46
DistilleryTobermoryDuncan Taylor
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age6 yr10 yr
Price£32.15£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke63/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £34.

For beginners: Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£32.15 vs £34.3)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £32.15)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700328 & 700329) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

MedicinalRubberyDried FruitToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

Oily

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