TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£38
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £37.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack is better value at £38 vs £43.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £37.95)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Gift Pack 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
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Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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