TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Real McCoy
£62
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Real McCoy |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
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 £62.
For beginners: The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (75/100 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 £61.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.95 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 The?
The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Real McCoy 12 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum