TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Paul John Classic Select Cask

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Paul John Classic Select Cask
DistilleryThompson Bros.Paul John
Region
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%55.2%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£69.5
Rating5.00/54.45/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Paul John Classic Select Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value64/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Paul John Classic Select Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.45).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.

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 £69.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Paul John Classic Select Cask

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Paul?

Paul John Classic Select 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

Honey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Paul John Classic Select Cask

VanillaToastedMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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