Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£37
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.5% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £36.75 | £34.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
The Big Smoke 46
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
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 £37.
For beginners: Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.75 vs £34.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £36.75)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tarot?
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits 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 Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Only The Big Smoke 46