Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow MaturedTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryKnockandoThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age18 yr6 yr
Price£60.41£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value83/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.

For beginners: Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£60.41 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £60.41)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Knockando?

Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Both taste of

SherriedTobaccoNutty

Only Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured

Dried FruitOld Wood

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

Cooked FruitHoney

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