The Big Smoke 46 vs Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Big Smoke 46Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
DistilleryDuncan TaylorWhisky Souls
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age10 yr15 yr
Price£34.3£41.5
Rating5.00/5

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £42.

For beginners: Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 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 £41.5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.5 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 Living?

Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Oily

Only The Big Smoke 46

Smokey

Only Living Souls 15 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2

SherriedOld Wood

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