TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThompson Bros.That Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV46%41.8%
Age6 yr22 yr
Price£42.95£65.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner90/100
Value76/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £66.

For beginners: Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £65.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.95 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 Blended?

Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Blended Whisky #2 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaDried FruitOld Wood

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