TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Cragganmore
£65
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Cragganmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.5% |
| Age | 6 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £65.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
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 £65.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.45 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 Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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