Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm MòrTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryMacduffThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV51.7%46%
Age14 yr6 yr
Price£68.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value73/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.

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

Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £68.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Macduff?

Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr 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

SherriedCooked FruitTobacco

Only Macduff 14 Year Old (cask 363544) – Dràm Mòr

Dried FruitToasted

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

NuttyHoney

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