TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Reference Series I.1

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Reference Series I.1
DistilleryThompson Bros.Reference Series
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%47.5%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£57.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Reference Series I.1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value86/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Reference Series I.1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.

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
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £57.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Reference Series I.1

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.95 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 Reference?

Reference Series I.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Reference Series I.1

Dried FruitVanillaToasted

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