Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat
£43
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.4% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £42.89 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £43 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.89 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £42.89)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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's Finest 7 Year Old 2016 (cask 18256) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)