Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage PortTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryQuinta do VesuvioThompson Bros.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£67.25£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port

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 £67.

For beginners: Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.25 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 £67.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Quinta?

Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port 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

Cooked FruitHoneySherried

Only Quinta do Vesuvio 2019 Vintage Port

Dried Fruit

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

NuttyTobacco

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