Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlendullanThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV59.6%46%
Age14 yr6 yr
Price£69.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value71/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.

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

Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £69.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glendullan?

Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (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

Only Glendullan 14 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitVanillaOilyToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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