Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Cotswolds Distillery
£46

The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cotswolds Distillery | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £45.99 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
The Big Smoke 46
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
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 £46.
For beginners: Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.99 vs £34.3)
- −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 affordable (£34.3 vs £45.99)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Cotswolds Distillery Signature Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Only The Big Smoke 46