Boatyard Old Tom Gin vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Boatyard Old Tom GinTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBoatyardThompson Bros.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£42.25£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Boatyard Old Tom Gin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Boatyard Old Tom Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Boatyard Old Tom Gin is better value at £42 vs £43.

For beginners: Boatyard Old Tom Gin is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Boatyard Old Tom Gin

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£42.25 vs £42.95)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £42.25)

Who should buy Boatyard?

Boatyard Old Tom Gin 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

HoneySherried

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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