Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged ArmagnacThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryOdviDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£29.75£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac is better value at £30 vs £34.

For beginners: Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.75 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 £29.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Odvi?

Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Odvi Bas Armagnac Aged Armagnac

Dried FruitVanillaNutty

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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