The Big Smoke 46 vs Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Glen Garioch
★ 4.50
£32
| The Big Smoke 46 | Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £32.17 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
The Big Smoke 46
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Big Smoke 46
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £32 vs £34.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £32.17)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.17 vs £34.3)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Glen?
Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only Glen Garioch 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 11560) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)