Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryJack Daniel'sThompson Bros.
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeTennesseeBlended
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£52.5£42.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value76/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5

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 £53.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£52.5 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 £52.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Tennessee 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 Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.5

VanillaToastedSmokey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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