TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Tomintoul
★ 4.35
£63
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £62.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.35/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.35).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £63.
For beginners: Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask 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 £62.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.5 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask 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 Tomintoul 12 Year Old 2012 Oloroso Sherry Cask