The Big Smoke 46 vs The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl)
The Lost Distillery Company
£29
| The Big Smoke 46 | The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | The Lost Distillery Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.3 | £28.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl)
The Big Smoke 46
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl) is better value at £29 vs £34.
For beginners: The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl) 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 £28.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.95 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 The?
The Discovery Selection by The Lost Distillery Company (5 x 5cl) 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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