The Big Smoke 46 vs Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£56
| The Big Smoke 46 | Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £34.3 | £56.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Big Smoke 46
Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £56.
For beginners: The Big Smoke 46 is more approachable (60/100 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 £56.4)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.4 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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2000 (cask 11338) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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