The Big Smoke 46 vs Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory
Mannochmore
£33
| The Big Smoke 46 | Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Mannochmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £32.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory
The Big Smoke 46
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory is better value at £33 vs £34.
For beginners: Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 £32.54)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.54 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only Mannochmore 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 6677 & 6679) - Signatory