TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)
Glen Elgin
£57
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 41.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £57.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)
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 £57.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (75/100 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 £57.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.45 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Glen Elgin 25 Year Old 1984 Cask 2855 (Bladnoch)