TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Auchroisk
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%52.1%
Age6 yr7 yr
Price£42.95£44.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £45.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £44.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£44.95 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 Auchroisk?

Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Honey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Auchroisk 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanilla

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