Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryScallywagThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.5%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£61.43£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value81/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £61.

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£61.43 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £61.43)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023 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

SherriedCooked FruitHoney

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2023

ToastedVanilla

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

NuttyTobacco

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