Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryClynelishThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV49.3%46%
Age15 yr6 yr
Price£66.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value75/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £67.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Clynelish 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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