The Big Smoke 46 vs Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Monkey Shoulder
★ 3.87
£31
| The Big Smoke 46 | Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.3 | £30.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.87/5 |
The Big Smoke 46
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
The Big Smoke 46
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.87).
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £31 vs £34.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £30.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£30.95 vs £34.3)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky