TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Penderyn Celt

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Penderyn Celt
DistilleryThompson Bros.Penderyn
Region
CountryScotlandWales
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£34.5
Rating5.00/54.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Penderyn Celt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Celt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Penderyn Celt is better value at £35 vs £43.

For beginners: Penderyn Celt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £34.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Penderyn Celt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.5 vs £42.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Celt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Penderyn Celt

SmokeyVanillaToastedMalt ExtractFragant

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