Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£65
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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 £65.
For beginners: Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Alness?
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)