TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThompson Bros.Shortcross Gin
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV46%46%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£58.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value85/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £59.

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 £58.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£58.5 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 Shortcross?

Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

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

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyTobacco

Only Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey

VanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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