Fettercairn 12 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Fettercairn 12 Year Old
Fettercairn
★ 4.23
£48

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Fettercairn 12 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.23/5 | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Fettercairn 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.23).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £48.
For beginners: Fettercairn 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 12 Year Old
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 (£47.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 £47.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Fettercairn 12 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)