Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£60
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £59.9 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £60.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.9 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £59.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Old Ballantruan 10 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)