MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%)
MB Roland
★ 3.60
£65
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MB Roland | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 54.6% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £64.9 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 3.60/5 | 5.00/5 |
MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.60).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.9 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.6 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 £64.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy MB?
MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%) 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
Only MB Roland Straight Bourbon (54.6%)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)