TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ginkgo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ginkgo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Ginkgo |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £55.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ginkgo
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ginkgo
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 £55.
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 £55.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ginkgo
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −More expensive (£55.25 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 Ginkgo?
Ginkgo is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
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