TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryThompson Bros.Craigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%49.9%
Age6 yr12 yr
Price£42.95£65.9
Rating5.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £66.

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 £65.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.9 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 Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedNuttyHoney

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Cooked FruitTobacco

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Dried FruitOld Wood

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