Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Islay Rum Company
£55
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Islay Rum Company | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £54.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Rum Overproof Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)