The Big Smoke 46 vs The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
The Japanese
£29
| The Big Smoke 46 | The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | The Japanese |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.3 | £28.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Big Smoke 46
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
The Big Smoke 46
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha is better value at £29 vs £34.
For beginners: The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
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 £28.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.95 vs £34.3)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy The?
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only The Big Smoke 46
Only The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha