The Big Smoke 46 vs Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Port Askaig
£48
| The Big Smoke 46 | Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Port Askaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 45.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £48.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
The Big Smoke 46
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £48.
For beginners: The Big Smoke 46 is more approachable (60/100 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 £48.21)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.21 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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Where to buy
The Big Smoke 46
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange