Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Smith & Cross
£47

The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smith & Cross | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
The Big Smoke 46
Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
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: Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 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 £46.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Smith?
Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum 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 Smith & Cross Rum Single Traditional Pot Still Rum