TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Craigellachie
£56
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.1% |
| Age | 6 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £55.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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 £56.
For beginners: Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (75/100 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 £55.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.5 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 166/2015) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)