English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl
English Spirit Distillery
£37
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | English Spirit Distillery | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £37 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl
The Big Smoke 46
English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl
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 £37.
For beginners: English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£37 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 £37)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy English?
English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl 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 English Spirit Distillery English Spiced Rum, 50cl
Only The Big Smoke 46