Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
South Star Spirits
★ 4.00
£43
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | South Star Spirits | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £42.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits is better value at £43 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.5 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £42.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)