TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2
DistilleryThompson Bros.Teeling
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%49.5%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£70.95
Rating5.00/54.20/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value59/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £71.

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £70.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£70.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedCooked FruitHoney

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Teeling Brabazon Bottling Series 2

Fresh Fruit

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