The Big Smoke 46 vs Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur
Briottet
£27
| The Big Smoke 46 | Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Briottet |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.3 | £26.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur
The Big Smoke 46
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur is better value at £27 vs £34.
For beginners: Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur 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 £26.75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.75 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 Briottet?
Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur 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 Briottet Caramel a la Fleur de Sel (Salted Caramel) Liqueur