The Big Smoke 46 vs Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£50
| The Big Smoke 46 | Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Big Smoke 46
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £50.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £34.3)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 3259 & 3262) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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
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