Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi)
Adelphi
★ 4.00
£58
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £57.82 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.82 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £57.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Liddesdale?
Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
Both taste of
Only Liddesdale 18 Year Old (Adelphi)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)