TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£60
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.3% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
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
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £42.95)
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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Teaninich 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 356846) - James Eadie (Master of Malt Exclusive)