TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£46
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £46.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £46.
For beginners: Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £46.31)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.31 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory