The Big Smoke 46 vs Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Balmenach
£47
| The Big Smoke 46 | Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
The Big Smoke 46
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £47.
For beginners: Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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 £46.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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 Balmenach 11 Year Old 2011 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)