Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish
Craigellachie
★ 4.88
£58
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £57.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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 £57.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
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