Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£40
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.1% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £39.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters 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.
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
Only Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)