TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tobermory
£32
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £32.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £43.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £32.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£32.15 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ledaig 7 Year Old 2009 (casks 700310 & 700311) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)