Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£36
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.7% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £36.37 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
The Big Smoke 46
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
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 £36.
For beginners: Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.37 vs £34.3)
- −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 affordable (£34.3 vs £36.37)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Lowrie's?
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Big Smoke 46