Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Filthy Smoke
★ 4.57
£35
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filthy Smoke | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 42.8% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.57/5 | 5.00/5 |
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is better value at £35 vs £43.
For beginners: Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £34.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Filthy?
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)