Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Dublin's Own Irish WhiskeyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryDublin Whiskey DistilleryDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£29.5£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey is better value at £30 vs £34.

For beginners: Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.5 vs £34.3)

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 £29.5)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Dublin's?

Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Dublin's Own Irish Whiskey

HoneyVanillaChocolateMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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