Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain
★ 3.75
£54
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £53.69 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £54.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.69 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 £53.69)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Bunnahabhain 10 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)