The Big Smoke 46 vs RAER Blended Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Big Smoke 46RAER Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryDuncan TaylorRaer
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£34.3£24.5
Rating5.00/5

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

RAER Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

RAER Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

RAER Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £25 vs £34.

For beginners: RAER Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (100/100 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 £24.5)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

RAER Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.5 vs £34.3)

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 RAER?

RAER Blended Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

Only RAER Blended Scotch Whisky

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoney

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