TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky
DistilleryThompson Bros.Shinobu
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV46%43%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£54.5
Rating5.00/54.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner90/100
Value73/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.

For beginners: The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky 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 £54.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?

The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky 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

Sherried

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

Cooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only The Koshi-No Shinobu Blended Whisky

VanillaOld Wood

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