TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Copperworks
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%50.5%
Age6 yr3 yr
Price£42.95£69.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value71/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £69.95)
  • +Longer maturation (6 vs 3 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £42.95)

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.

Who should buy Copperworks?

Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitToastedNew WoodVanilla

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