TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Gelston's
£47
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Gelston's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £46.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
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 £47.
For beginners: Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt 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 £46.85)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.85 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 Gelston's?
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt 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
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt