Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£69
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 24 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £68.66 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.
For beginners: Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.66 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £68.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
Only Invergordon 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 9000) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)