TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£64
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.3% |
| Age | 6 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £64.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £64.
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 £64.05)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.05 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 Ballechin?
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask 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
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Only Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask