Mackmyra Stjärnrök vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Mackmyra StjärnrökTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryMackmyraThompson Bros.
Region
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46.1%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£61.69£42.95
Rating4.75/55.00/5

Mackmyra Stjärnrök

Smoke68/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value77/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Mackmyra Stjärnrök

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £62.

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

Mackmyra Stjärnrök

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.69 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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 £61.69)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Stjärnrök suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Both taste of

SherriedCooked Fruit

Only Mackmyra Stjärnrök

SmokeyToastedMedicinal

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

NuttyHoneyTobacco

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