Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £59.99 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 3.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.99 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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 £59.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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
Only Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)