Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Ardmore
£69
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £68.75 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
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 £69.
For beginners: Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.75 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 £68.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky 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
Only Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
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