Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
InchDairnie
£57
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | InchDairnie | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 59.8% | 46% |
| Age | 4 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £56.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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 £57.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.5 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 £56.5)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Finglassie?
Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Finglassie 4 Year Old 2020 Chinkapin Finish (cask 726) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)