Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)The Big Smoke 46
DistilleryGlendullanDuncan Taylor
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV55%46%
Age14 yr10 yr
Price£41.49£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £41.

For beginners: Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£41.49 vs £34.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £41.49)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Singleton?

Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

SherriedVanillaHoneyToastedOld Wood

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

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