Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bulleit
£32
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bulleit | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £31.5 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £32 vs £34.
For beginners: Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.5 vs £34.3)
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 £31.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bulleit?
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only The Big Smoke 46