TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs High West Bourbon

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)High West Bourbon
DistilleryThompson Bros.High West
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV46%46%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£51.5
Rating5.00/54.33/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

High West Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value84/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

High West Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £52.

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 £51.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

High West Bourbon

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£51.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 High?

High West Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only High West Bourbon

VanillaToastedChocolateMalt ExtractNew Wood

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