TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Pulteney
£45
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £44.98 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
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 £45.
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 £44.98)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.98 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 Old?
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010