Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Jameson Blended Irish WhiskeyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryJamesonDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeIrishBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£27.75£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £28 vs £34.

For beginners: Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.75 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 £27.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson Blended 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 Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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