TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Miltonduff
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%52.1%
Age6 yr14 yr
Price£42.95£66.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)

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 £67.

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 £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£66.95 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 Miltonduff?

Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky) 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

Sherried

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

Cooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Miltonduff 14 Year Old 2011 - Bordeaux Wine Barrique (Blind Summit Whisky)

Dried FruitLeatheryToastedChocolate

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