TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac
DistilleryThompson Bros.Michel Forgeron
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV46%40%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£69.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £70.

For beginners: Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac 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 £69.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.95 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 Michel?

Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked FruitNuttyHoney

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

SherriedTobacco

Only Michel Forgeron Barrique 2.0 Grande Champagne Single Estate Cognac

ChocolateToastedOld Wood

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