Chivas Regal 18 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Chivas Regal 18 Year OldTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryChivas RegalThompson Bros.
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%46%
Age18 yr6 yr
Price£68.5£42.95
Rating4.44/55.00/5

Chivas Regal 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value65/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Chivas Regal 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.44).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.

For beginners: Chivas Regal 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Chivas Regal 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 £68.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Chivas?

Chivas Regal 18 Year Old 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

SherriedHoney

Only Chivas Regal 18 Year Old

VanillaToastedDried Fruit

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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