TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Invergordon
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV46%58.7%
Age6 yr9 yr
Price£42.95£53.91
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)

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 £54.

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 £53.91)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£53.91 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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman) 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 FruitHoney

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Invergordon 9 Year Old 2007 (cask 901483) (The Grainman)

VanillaOld Wood

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