Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV ChampagneTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryErnest RemyThompson Bros.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£39.75£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne

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).

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne is better value at £40 vs £43.

For beginners: Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.75 vs £42.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £39.75)

Who should buy Ernest?

Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne 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

Honey

Only Ernest Remy Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru NV Champagne

Fresh FruitCitric

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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