Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish WhiskeyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryLambayThompson Bros.
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£37.99£42.95
Rating3.86/55.00/5

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.86).

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £43.

For beginners: Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£37.99 vs £42.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £37.99)

Who should buy Lambay?

Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Honey

Only Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey

VanillaFresh FruitMalt Extract

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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