TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Mannochmore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%58.7%
Age6 yr12 yr
Price£42.95£58.95
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

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 £59.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £58.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£58.95 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Mannochmore?

Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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