Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth
Dewar's
★ 4.50
£31
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £31.08 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth is better value at £31 vs £43.
For beginners: Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.08 vs £42.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £31.08)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth 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
Only Dewar's 8 Year Old Ilegal Smooth
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)