TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£65
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £64.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.
For beginners: Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £64.78)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.78 vs £42.95)
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 Braeval?
Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Braeval 12 Year Old (outturn of 423) - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)