Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James EadieTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryInchgowerThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.8%46%
Age13 yr6 yr
Price£67.95£42.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner40/100
Value59/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £68.

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£67.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £67.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie 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

SherriedNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie

Dried Fruit

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

Cooked Fruit

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