Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey vs J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey
Burnt Ends
★ 4.71
£50

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40
| Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey | J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Burnt Ends | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £39.9 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.9 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Burnt?
Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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