Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve
Berry Bros. & Rudd
★ 3.33
£33
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 44.2% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £32.99 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 3.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve
The Big Smoke 46
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve is better value at £33 vs £34.
For beginners: Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.99 vs £34.3)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £32.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Berry?
Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Berry Bros. & Rudd Blended Malt - Speyside Reserve
Only The Big Smoke 46