TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)
New Riff
★ 4.67
£50
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | New Riff |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 52% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £49.96 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £50.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.96)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.96 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
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 New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%) 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (52%)