TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Mackmyra
£50
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Mackmyra |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
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 £50.
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 £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 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 Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Mackmyra 5 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)