Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

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

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000sGlen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGolden SunGlen Moray
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV40%53.4%
Age6 yr13 yr
Price£50£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s is better value at £50 vs £70.

For beginners: Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£50 vs £69.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £50)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Golden?

Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Golden Sun 6 Year Old Bourbon - 2000s

VanillaNew WoodCooked Fruit

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2007 (Thompson Bros.)

SherriedSmokeyDried Fruit

Where to buy

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