TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
DistilleryThompson Bros.Four Roses
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV46%50%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£44.9
Rating5.00/54.25/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value95/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £45.

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 £44.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.9 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Four?

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof

Fresh FruitChocolateVanillaToastedOily

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