TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThompson Bros.North British
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV46%55.8%
Age6 yr20 yr
Price£42.95£62.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value79/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £63.

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 £62.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 6 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£62.95 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 North?

North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - 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

NuttyHoney

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

SherriedCooked FruitTobacco

Only North British 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 3225 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaMalt ExtractOld Wood

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