Scallywag Noir vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Scallywag NoirTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryScallywagThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£63.5£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag Noir

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Scallywag Noir

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 £64.

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

Scallywag Noir

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£63.5 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 £63.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag Noir is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Sherried

Only Scallywag Noir

ToastedMalt ExtractOld WoodDried Fruit

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

Cooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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