Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland WhiskyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBen NevisThompson Bros.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£59.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

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 £60.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £59.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Ben Nevis 2019 / 6 Year Old / Caoineag The Weeping Spirit / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

SmokeyDried FruitToastedOld Wood

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

Cooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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