Highland Park 12 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.04
£39
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Highland Park 12 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £38.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.04/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Highland Park 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.04).
Highland Park 12 Year Old is better value at £39 vs £43.
For beginners: Highland Park 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.95 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £38.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)