The Big Smoke 46 vs Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Glendullan
£32
| The Big Smoke 46 | Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Glendullan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £31.64 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £34.
For beginners: Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 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 £31.64)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.64 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −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 Glendullan?
Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 Glendullan 14 Year Old 1997 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)