Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Lord Calvert Canadian WhiskyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryLord CalvertDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryCanadaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£25.82£34.3
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky is better value at £26 vs £34.

For beginners: Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.82 vs £34.3)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 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)

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £25.82)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Lord?

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky 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 Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyToastedNew Wood

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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