TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Forest Whisky Blend Number Six

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Forest Whisky Blend Number Six
DistilleryThompson Bros.Forest Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%47%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£42.95£54.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number Six

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner60/100
Value92/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Forest Whisky Blend Number Six

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.

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
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £54.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Forest Whisky Blend Number Six

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.5 vs £42.95)

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 Forest?

Forest Whisky Blend Number Six suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedNutty

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

Cooked FruitHoneyTobacco

Only Forest Whisky Blend Number Six

Dried FruitToasted

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