Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Ardmore
★ 4.50
£35
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £35 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Big Smoke 46
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £35.
For beginners: Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£35 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £35)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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