Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
Shortcross Gin
★ 5.00
£59

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shortcross Gin | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £58.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £59.
For beginners: Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£58.5 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £58.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Shortcross?
Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)