Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition
Lot 40
★ 5.00
£65
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lot 40 | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 57% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £65.02 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.02 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £65.02)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lot?
Lot 40 Cask Strength - Third Edition 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.
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
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