The Big Smoke 46 vs Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory)
GlenAllachie
£36
| The Big Smoke 46 | Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | GlenAllachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £35.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (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 £36.
For beginners: Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 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 £35.97)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£35.97 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 Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (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 Glenallachie 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 5265) (Signatory)