Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star SpiritsThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV58.9%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£53.76£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £54.

For beginners: The Big Smoke 46 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£53.76 vs £34.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £53.76)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Glentauchers 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SherriedHoneyDried FruitCooked FruitVanilla

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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