Lot 40 Rye Whisky vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lot 40 Rye WhiskyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryLot 40Thompson Bros.
Region
CountryCanadaScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£38.5£42.95
Rating4.48/55.00/5

Lot 40 Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Lot 40 Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.48).

Lot 40 Rye Whisky is better value at £39 vs £43.

For beginners: Lot 40 Rye Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Lot 40 Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.5 vs £42.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £38.5)

Who should buy Lot?

Lot 40 Rye Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy TB/BSW?

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Lot 40 Rye Whisky

ToastedVanillaOily

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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