Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
£47
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan)
The Big Smoke 46
Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan)
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 £47.
For beginners: Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 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 £46.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan) 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 Clydebuilt 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured (Ardgowan)
Only The Big Smoke 46