Kamiki Intense Wood vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Kamiki Intense WoodTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryKamikiThompson Bros.
Region
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£67.25£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Kamiki Intense Wood

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner45/100
Value74/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Kamiki Intense Wood

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £67.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Kamiki Intense Wood

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.25 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £67.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kamiki?

Kamiki Intense Wood 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 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 Kamiki Intense Wood

New WoodSmokeyOilyToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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