TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Sapling London Dry Gin

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Sapling London Dry Gin
DistilleryThompson Bros.Sapling
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV46%40%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£34.25
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Sapling London Dry Gin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sapling London Dry Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Sapling London Dry Gin is better value at £34 vs £43.

For beginners: Sapling London Dry Gin is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £34.25)

Sapling London Dry Gin

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.25 vs £42.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Sapling?

Sapling London Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Sapling London Dry Gin

FragantLeafyFresh FruitCitric

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