TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£65
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Blair Athol |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.1% |
| Age | 6 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
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
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £64.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.9 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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.)
Only Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)