Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£43
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Big Smoke 46
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £43.
For beginners: The Big Smoke 46 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £34.3)
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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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