McGuinness Old Canada Whisky vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
McGuinness Old Canada Whisky
McGuinness Distillers Ltd.
★ 3.75
£46
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| McGuinness Old Canada Whisky | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | McGuinness Distillers Ltd. | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 35% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £45.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
McGuinness Old Canada Whisky
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
McGuinness Old Canada Whisky
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £46.
For beginners: McGuinness Old Canada Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
McGuinness Old Canada Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 £45.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy McGuinness?
McGuinness Old Canada Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 McGuinness Old Canada Whisky
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)