TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Rowan's Creek
★ 4.17
£69
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Rowan's Creek |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 50.1% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £68.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.17/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.
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 £68.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.9 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Rowan's?
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl