TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
Redbreast
★ 4.33
£70
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Redbreast |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £69.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £70.
For beginners: Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder 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 £69.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.99 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Redbreast?
Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder 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
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Redbreast 12 Year Old with Project Wingman Bird Feeder