TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Mars Maltage Cosmo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Mars Maltage Cosmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Mars |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £56.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.21/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mars Maltage Cosmo
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £57.
For beginners: Mars Maltage Cosmo 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 £56.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.5 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 Mars?
Mars Maltage Cosmo 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 Mars Maltage Cosmo