Super Nikka vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Super Nikka | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £52.49 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Super Nikka
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Super Nikka
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £52.
For beginners: Super Nikka is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Super Nikka
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.49 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 £52.49)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Super?
Super Nikka 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
Only Super Nikka
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)