The English - Smokey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The English - Smokey
The English Distillery
★ 3.83
£46
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| The English - Smokey | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The English Distillery | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £45.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 3.83/5 | 5.00/5 |
The English - Smokey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The English - Smokey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.83).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £46.
For beginners: The English - Smokey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The English - Smokey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.5 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 £45.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The English - Smokey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 The English - Smokey
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)