Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask FinishTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryInvergordonThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46.1%46%
Age25 yr6 yr
Price£66.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value75/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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: Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Darkness!?

Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

SherriedHoney

Only Darkness! Invergordon 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Dried FruitChocolateOld Wood

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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