TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)
Glen Elgin
£56
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £56.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)
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: 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 £56.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.45 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008) 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 Glen Elgin 16 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2008)