The Big Smoke 46 vs Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Cotswolds Distillery
£46
| The Big Smoke 46 | Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Cotswolds Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.3 | £45.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
The Big Smoke 46
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £46.
For beginners: Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £45.99)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.99 vs £34.3)
- −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 Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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