The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlenturretThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£65.99£42.95
Rating4.75/55.00/5

The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value72/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £66.

For beginners: The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.99 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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 £65.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Only The Glenturret 12 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaOilyToastedMalt Extract

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

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