TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Suntory
★ 3.21
£59
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Suntory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.21/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £59.
For beginners: Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label is more approachable (75/100 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 £59.33)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.33 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 Suntory?
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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