Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Filliers
£28
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filliers | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £27.71 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
The Big Smoke 46
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) is better value at £28 vs £34.
For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.71 vs £34.3)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
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 £27.71)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Goldlys?
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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 Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Only The Big Smoke 46