Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £31.65 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £34.
For beginners: Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.65 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
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 £31.65)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Only The Big Smoke 46