Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon WhiskeyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryPenelopeThompson Bros.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£55.25£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £55.

For beginners: Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.25 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 £55.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Penelope?

Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Penelope Architect Straight Bourbon Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey

VanillaToastedNew Wood

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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