TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
DistilleryThompson Bros.Glenglassaugh
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%60.3%
Age6 yr3 yr
Price£42.95£65.57
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value76/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £66.

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
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £65.57)
  • +Longer maturation (6 vs 3 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.57 vs £42.95)

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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few 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

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

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