Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Luxardo | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £32.25 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin is better value at £32 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +More affordable (£32.25 vs £42.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £32.25)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Luxardo?
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for 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
Only Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)