Paul John Christmas Edition 2019 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Paul John Christmas Edition 2019TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryPaul JohnThompson Bros.
Region
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£55.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Paul John Christmas Edition 2019

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value89/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Paul John Christmas Edition 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £56.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Paul John Christmas Edition 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £55.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Paul?

Paul John Christmas Edition 2019 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

SherriedHoney

Only Paul John Christmas Edition 2019

SmokeyToasted

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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