TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
Walsh
★ 4.00
£55
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Walsh |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £55.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) 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 £55.43)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.43 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)