The Big Smoke 46 vs Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Dufftown
£49
| The Big Smoke 46 | Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Dufftown |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £48.96 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Big Smoke 46
Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £49.
For beginners: Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £48.96)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.96 vs £34.3)
- −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 Dufftown?
Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only Dufftown 14 Year Old 1999 (cask 808) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)