TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Murray McDavid
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%50%
Age6 yr7 yr
Price£42.95£57.5
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

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 £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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £57.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.5 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 Peatside?

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedCooked Fruit

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

NuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2019 Release)

SmokeyVanillaOily

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