The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release vs The Big Smoke 46

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

The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special ReleaseThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryWeetwood DistilleryDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£42.74£34.3
Rating5.00/5

The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £43.

For beginners: The Big Smoke 46 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.74 vs £34.3)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£34.3 vs £42.74)

Cons

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

Who should buy The?

The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only The Cheshire Seaside English Single Malt - Special Release

MedicinalLeatheryToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

Oily

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