The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
The Lakes Distillery
★ 4.00
£64
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £63.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £64.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £63.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.3 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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