Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£55
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £54.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £54.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Strathisla 9 Year Old 2005 (Malt of The Earth)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)