TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Michter's US*1 Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Michter's US*1 Bourbon
Michter's Distillery
★ 4.26
£58
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Michter's US*1 Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Michter's Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 45.7% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £57.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.26/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Michter's US*1 Bourbon
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Michter's US*1 Bourbon
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.26).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.
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 £57.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Michter's US*1 Bourbon
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Michter's?
Michter's US*1 Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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