Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The LasantaTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlenmorangieThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeScotchBlended
ABV43%46%
Age15 yr6 yr
Price£55£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £55.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£55 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 £55)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

HoneySherried

Only Glenmorangie 15 Year Old The Lasanta

VanillaDried FruitToasted

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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