TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)
Caol Ila
£68
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 6 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £68.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)
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 £68.
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 £68.3)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.3 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 Tokaji Wine Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) (50%)