Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm PeatedTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryLoch LomondThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£33£42.95
Rating4.12/55.00/5

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.12).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated is better value at £33 vs £43.

For beginners: Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£33 vs £42.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £33)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated

SmokeyVanillaFresh FruitToastedOily

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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