Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch WhiskyThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryPeg WhiskyDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£29.95£34.3
Rating4.73/55.00/5

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £30 vs £34.

For beginners: Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £34.3)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 £29.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Peg?

Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky 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 Peg Whisky Blended Scotch Whisky

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitToasted

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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