TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask
DistilleryThompson Bros.Inchgower
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%51.5%
Age6 yr7 yr
Price£42.95£62.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask

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 £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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £62.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£62.95 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask 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

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Inchgower 7 Year Old 2016 (Cask 300748) - The Single Cask

VanillaMalt ExtractCitricNew Wood

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