Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryBladnochThompson Bros.
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV49.5%46%
Age22 yr6 yr
Price£59.36£42.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner75/100
Value67/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £59.

For beginners: Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.36 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £59.36)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Honey

Only Bladnoch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 5762)

VanillaFresh FruitOld Wood

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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