TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Reference Series I.3

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Reference Series I.3
DistilleryThompson Bros.Reference Series
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%47.1%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£54.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Reference Series I.3

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value91/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Reference Series I.3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

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 £54.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Reference Series I.3

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 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 Reference?

Reference Series I.3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

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

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyTobacco

Only Reference Series I.3

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

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