Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryAultmoreThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50%46%
Age13 yr6 yr
Price£70£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£70 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £70)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Aultmore?

Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked FruitHoneyTobacco

Only Aultmore 13 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.)

Fresh FruitLeathery

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

SherriedNutty

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