Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition
Stauning
£56

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Stauning | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Denmark | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £55.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition
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 £56.
For beginners: Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.5 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 £55.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Stauning?
Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition 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 Stauning Rye Whisky Design Edition
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)