Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)The Big Smoke 46
DistilleryMaster of MaltDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV45%46%
Age3 yr10 yr
Price£29.95£34.3
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £34.

For beginners: Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £34.3)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £29.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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