Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Discarded Banana Peel Infused RumThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryDiscardedDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£30.95£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum is better value at £31 vs £34.

For beginners: Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£30.95 vs £34.3)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £30.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Discarded?

Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum 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 Discarded Banana Peel Infused Rum

Fresh FruitCooked FruitHoneyYeasty

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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