TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£60
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 44.2% |
| Age | 6 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
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 £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Blended?
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)