TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Tomatin
★ 4.50
£67
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 60% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £67.
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 £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) 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 Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)