Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Old Ballantruan
£47
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Ballantruan | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £46.5 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Big Smoke 46
Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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 £47.
For beginners: Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.5 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 £46.5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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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Only Old Ballantruan Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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