TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryThompson Bros.The Vintage Malt Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age6 yr8 yr
Price£42.95£58
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value86/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £58)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£58 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 Laggan?

Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Laggan Mill 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 7391) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokeyDried FruitLeatheryMedicinal

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