The Big Smoke 46 vs Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Inchgower
£42
| The Big Smoke 46 | Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £41.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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: Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 £41.75)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.75 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 801175 & 801188) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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
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