Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Mackmyra
★ 4.75
£56
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46.1% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £55.8 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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 £56.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.8 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 £55.8)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek 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
Only Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)