Michter's US*1 Bourbon vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Michter's US*1 BourbonTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryMichter's DistilleryThompson Bros.
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV45.7%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£57.95£42.95
Rating4.26/55.00/5

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.26).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.

For beginners: Michter's US*1 Bourbon is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Michter's US*1 Bourbon

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 £57.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Michter's?

Michter's US*1 Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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

Nutty

Only Michter's US*1 Bourbon

VanillaChocolateFresh FruitToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitHoneyTobacco

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