Highland Malt Golf Club vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Highland Malt Golf ClubTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryHighland MaltThompson Bros.
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£36.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Highland Malt Golf Club

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Highland Malt Golf Club

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Malt Golf Club is better value at £37 vs £43.

For beginners: Highland Malt Golf Club is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Highland Malt Golf Club

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36.95 vs £42.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £36.95)

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Malt Golf Club 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

Honey

Only Highland Malt Golf Club

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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