TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength 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
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£66
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £65.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £66.
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 £65.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)