Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged CollectionTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryOld PerthThompson Bros.
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£54.75£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.

For beginners: Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.75 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £54.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

SherriedHoney

Only Old Perth 12 Year Old - Aged Collection

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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