TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar
Balmenach
£60
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.5% |
| Age | 6 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar
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 £60.
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 £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 186B) - The Whisky Cellar 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
Both taste of
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