TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£69
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.5% |
| Age | 6 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £68.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.
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 £68.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ardmore 9 Year Old (cask 1313A) - The Sipping Shed