TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Bastille 1789
★ 4.80
£60
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Bastille 1789 Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Bastille 1789 |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.80/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
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 £59.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Bastille?
Bastille 1789 Single Malt 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
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Bastille 1789 Single Malt