TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain
DistilleryThompson Bros.The Oxford Artisan Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlendedRye
ABV46%53.6%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£61.24
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain

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 £61.

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 £61.24)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£61.24 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 The?

The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain 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

Both taste of

SherriedCooked FruitNutty

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

HoneyTobacco

Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Purple Grain

VanillaToasted

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