Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Tomatin 13 Year Old Double CaskTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryTomatinThompson Bros.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age13 yr6 yr
Price£54.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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

For beginners: Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £54.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Tomatin?

Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask 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

HoneySherried

Only Tomatin 13 Year Old Double Cask

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

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

Cooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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