Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive
Hellyers Road
£62
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hellyers Road | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60.5% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £61.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive
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 £62.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 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 £61.95)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Hellyers?
Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive 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 Hellyers Road 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 16322.07) Peated American Oak - European Exclusive
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)