Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£50
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £50.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) 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 Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)