TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps
DistilleryThompson Bros.Girvan
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV46%42%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£45.34
Rating5.00/53.50/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value77/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £45.

For beginners: The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps is more approachable (75/100 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 £45.34)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.34 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.5 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 Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only The Girvan Patent Still No.4 Apps

VanillaToastedNew WoodMalt Extract

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