Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£67
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 46.1% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £67.
For beginners: Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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 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
Both taste of
Only Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)