TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Brave New Spirits
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%59.2%
Age6 yr6 yr
Price£42.95£51.97
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £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 £51.97)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£51.97 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 Campbeltown?

Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Campbeltown 6 Year Old 2016 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)

Malt ExtractToastedSmokeyKippery

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