The Big Smoke 46 vs Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)
GlenAllachie
£36
| The Big Smoke 46 | Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | GlenAllachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £35.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £36.
For beginners: Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory) 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 affordable (£34.3 vs £35.97)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£35.97 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 Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory) 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
Only Glenallachie 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 5246 & 5247) (Signatory)