Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third CropTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryLochleaThompson Bros.
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeScotchBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£48.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop

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).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £49.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £48.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Lochlea?

Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 Lochlea Ploughing Edition - Third Crop

SmokeyOilyLeatheryMossy

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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