TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi)
Arran
£65
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Arran |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58.6% |
| Age | 6 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi)
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 £65.
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 £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 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 Arran?
Arran 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 2221) (Adelphi) 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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