Islay Journey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Islay Journey | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hunter Laing | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £30.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay Journey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Islay Journey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Islay Journey is better value at £31 vs £43.
For beginners: Islay Journey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay Journey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£30.95 vs £42.95)
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 £30.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Journey 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 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 Islay Journey
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)