Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryConnemaraThompson Bros.
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV58.2%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£64.75£42.95
Rating4.73/55.00/5

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value73/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.

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

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.75 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 £64.75)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Connemara?

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

SmokeyMedicinalOily

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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