Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Knob Creek
★ 4.00
£30
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knob Creek | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £29.98 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £30 vs £34.
For beginners: Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.98 vs £34.3)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.3 vs £29.98)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Knob?
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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 Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only The Big Smoke 46