TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Auld Reekie 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Auld Reekie 10 Year Old
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£54
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Auld Reekie 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £53.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Auld Reekie 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Auld Reekie 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £54.
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 £53.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Auld Reekie 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.99 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 Auld?
Auld Reekie 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Auld Reekie 10 Year Old