TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Tennessee Bourbon 11 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.)Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThompson Bros.That Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV46%45.8%
Age6 yr11 yr
Price£42.95£69.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 £70.

For beginners: Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 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 £69.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.95 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 Tennessee?

Tennessee Bourbon 11 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

Honey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Tennessee Bourbon 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaToastedOld Wood

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