TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Ian Macleod
★ 4.00
£70
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Ian Macleod |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.6% |
| Age | 6 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £70.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.
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 £70.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.45 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)