The Big Smoke 46 vs Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.00
£35
| The Big Smoke 46 | Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Blended Malt | Corn |
| ABV | 46% | 47.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
The Big Smoke 46
Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Big Smoke 46
Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £35.
For beginners: Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £34.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.95 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Corn?
Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Corn character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only Corn Whisky #1 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)