The Big Smoke 46 vs Glenandrew 10 Year Old

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

The Big Smoke 46Glenandrew 10 Year Old
DistilleryDuncan TaylorGlenandrew
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age10 yr10 yr
Price£34.3£24.75
Rating5.00/51.00/5

The Big Smoke 46

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

Glenandrew 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenandrew 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).

Glenandrew 10 Year Old is better value at £25 vs £34.

For beginners: Glenandrew 10 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 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 £24.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glenandrew 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.75 vs £34.3)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (1.0 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 Glenandrew?

Glenandrew 10 Year Old 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

SmokeyOily

Only Glenandrew 10 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

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