New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
New Riff
£65
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 52.9% | 46% |
| Age | 4 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £65.18 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.18 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £65.18)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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