Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£52
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £51.5 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan)
The Big Smoke 46
Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £52.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.5 vs £34.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £51.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan) 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 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 Clydebuilt Shipwright Blended Malt (Ardgowan)
Only The Big Smoke 46