Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky
Johnnie Walker
£50

The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £50.25 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky
The Big Smoke 46
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky
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 £50.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£50.25 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £50.25)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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