Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlenburgieThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.3%46%
Age18 yr6 yr
Price£67.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value74/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £68.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£67.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £67.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenburgie?

Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractToastedFresh FruitVanilla

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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