TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum
DistilleryThompson Bros.La Progresiva
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV46%40%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£48.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum

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 £49.

For beginners: Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (70/100 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 £48.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Ron?

Ron La Progresiva De Vigia 13 Single Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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