Lismore 21 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lismore 21 Year OldTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryLismoreThompson Bros.
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age21 yr6 yr
Price£64.36£42.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Lismore 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value62/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Lismore 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £64.

For beginners: Lismore 21 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Lismore 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.36 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £64.36)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Lismore?

Lismore 21 Year Old 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 Lismore 21 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaDried FruitOld Wood

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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