Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryCraigellachieThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.2%46%
Age7 yr6 yr
Price£65.68£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £66.

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

Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.68 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £65.68)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

SherriedNutty

Only Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

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

Cooked FruitHoneyTobacco

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