Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Caol Ila
£50
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
The Big Smoke 46
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £50.
For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £49.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Big Smoke 46
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange