Bastille 1789 Single Malt vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
Bastille 1789
★ 4.80
£60
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Bastille 1789 Single Malt | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bastille 1789 | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | France | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bastille 1789 Single Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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: Bastille 1789 Single Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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)
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
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.
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
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