Forest Whisky Blend Number One vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Forest Whisky Blend Number One
Forest Distillery
★ 4.25
£55
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Forest Whisky Blend Number One | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Forest Distillery | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 47% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £54.5 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Forest Whisky Blend Number One
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Forest Whisky Blend Number One
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Forest Whisky Blend Number One
Pros
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.5 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £54.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Forest?
Forest Whisky Blend Number One 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 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 Forest Whisky Blend Number One
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)