TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Spirit of Hven
★ 5.00
£69
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Spirit of Hven |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 45% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £69.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.
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 £69.1)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.1 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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