Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £33.48 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £34.
For beginners: Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.48 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £33.48)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Benrinnes 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Only The Big Smoke 46