J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt vs Old Grand-Dad - 1960

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

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended MaltOld Grand-Dad - 1960
DistilleryJ.G Thomson & Co.Old Grand-Dad
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV46%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£39.9£29.26
Rating5.00/5

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Grand-Dad - 1960

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Grand-Dad - 1960

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Grand-Dad - 1960 is better value at £29 vs £40.

For beginners: Old Grand-Dad - 1960 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.9 vs £29.26)

Old Grand-Dad - 1960

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.26 vs £39.9)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy J.G.?

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Grand-Dad - 1960 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

Only Old Grand-Dad - 1960

VanillaMalt ExtractOld Wood

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