Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£55
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.3% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £54.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)