Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Penderyn
£55

The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Penderyn | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Wales | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Big Smoke 46
Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £55.
For beginners: Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 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 £54.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Penderyn?
Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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 Penderyn 6 Year Old 2012 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Big Smoke 46