TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£37
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Bladnoch |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.6% |
| Age | 6 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £37.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated is better value at £37 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £37.45)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£37.45 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Bladnoch 9 Year Old Lightly Peated