Stroh '80' Austrian Rum vs The Big Smoke 46

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

Stroh '80' Austrian RumThe Big Smoke 46
DistilleryStrohDuncan Taylor
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£33.75£34.3
Rating5.00/5

Stroh '80' Austrian Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

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

Stroh '80' Austrian Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Stroh '80' Austrian Rum is better value at £34 vs £34.

For beginners: Stroh '80' Austrian Rum is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Stroh '80' Austrian Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.75 vs £34.3)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £33.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Stroh?

Stroh '80' Austrian 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Stroh '80' Austrian Rum

SolventHuskyVegetative

Only The Big Smoke 46

Smokey

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