TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
DistilleryThompson Bros.The London Distillery Company
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%61.8%
Age6 yr5 yr
Price£42.95£67.2
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value74/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £67.

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 £67.2)
  • +Longer maturation (6 vs 5 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£67.2 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 The?

The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition 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.)

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition

VanillaMalt ExtractCitricToastedFresh Fruit

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