The Big Smoke 46 vs Bogart's Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Big Smoke 46Bogart's Irish Whiskey
DistilleryDuncan TaylorBogart's
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£34.3£27.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Bogart's Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bogart's Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bogart's Irish Whiskey is better value at £28 vs £34.

For beginners: Bogart's Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £27.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Bogart's Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.95 vs £34.3)

Cons

  • 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 Bogart's?

Bogart's Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

Only Bogart's Irish Whiskey

VanillaMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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