TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£60
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 6 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
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 £59.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.9 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 Old?
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old