Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryHighland ParkThompson Bros.
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.4%46%
Age15 yr6 yr
Price£68.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner30/100
Value73/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £68.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi) 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

SherriedHoney

Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

SmokeyToastedMedicinal

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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