Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Burnt Ends Blended WhiskeyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryBurnt EndsDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV45%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£29.95£34.3
Rating4.13/55.00/5

Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.13).

Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey is better value at £30 vs £34.

For beginners: Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £34.3)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £29.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Burnt?

Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Burnt Ends Blended Whiskey

ToastedLeatheryCooked Mash

Only The Big Smoke 46

Oily

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