Old Grand-Dad - 1960 vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Grand-Dad - 1960 | J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Grand-Dad | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.26 | £39.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Grand-Dad - 1960
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Old Grand-Dad - 1960
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Grand-Dad - 1960 is better value at £29 vs £40.
For beginners: Old Grand-Dad - 1960 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Grand-Dad - 1960
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.26 vs £39.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.9 vs £29.26)
Who should buy Old?
Old Grand-Dad - 1960 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Old Grand-Dad - 1960
Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt