Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryKyrö Distillery CompanyThompson Bros.
Region
CountryFinlandScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV60.9%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£61.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £62.

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

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£61.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £61.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Kyrö's?

Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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

HoneyNutty

Only Kyrö's Choice Rye Whisky (Master of Malt Exclusive)

VanillaToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitTobacco

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