TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)
Tobermory
£68
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 63.3% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £68.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)
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 £68.1)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (63.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.1 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi) 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)