Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryMaster of MaltThompson Bros.
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV41.4%46%
Age22 yr6 yr
Price£56.95£42.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value70/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

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 £57.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

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 (£56.95 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 £56.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) 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

SherriedHoney

Only Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

CitricToastedVanilla

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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