The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch) vs The Big Smoke 46

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

The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch)The Big Smoke 46
DistilleryWalshDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£48.5£34.3
Rating5.00/5

The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch)

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 £49.

For beginners: The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.5 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 £48.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy The?

The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch) 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 The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (2022 Relaunch)

HoneyVanillaDried FruitFresh FruitToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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