TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin
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 Islay Origin
Johnnie Walker
£58
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 42% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £58.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin
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 £58.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 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 £58.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£58.33 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin