Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£62
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 59.9% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £61.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £62.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £61.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)