John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£60
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy John?
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend 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
Only John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)