Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 4.67
£58
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £57.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £58.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.5 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 £57.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
Only Rock Island 14 Year Old Sherry Edition
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)