Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Heaven's Door Double Barrel WhiskeyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryHeaven's DoorThompson Bros.
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV50%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£70.75£42.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value64/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £71.

For beginners: Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£70.75 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 £70.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Heaven's?

Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey

VanillaNew WoodToastedCitric

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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