The Big Smoke 46 vs Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Filliers
★ 3.75
£33
| The Big Smoke 46 | Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Filliers |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Belgium |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £33.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
The Big Smoke 46
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
The Big Smoke 46
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range is better value at £33 vs £34.
For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range 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 £33.38)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.38 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Goldlys?
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range