Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBig PeatThompson Bros.
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£45.5£42.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value99/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £46.

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

Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £45.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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

Only Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2

SmokeyOilyMedicinalKipperyLeathery

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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