TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£45
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £45.36 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £45.36)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.36 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 MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)