TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThompson Bros.Lambay
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%43%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£60.25
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 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 £60.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£60.25 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 Lambay?

Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey 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

Cooked FruitHoney

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SherriedNuttyTobacco

Only Lambay Malt Irish Whiskey

VanillaMalt Extract

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