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

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty SixTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryForest DistilleryThompson Bros.
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV42%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£55.5£42.95
Rating5.00/5

Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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 £56.

For beginners: Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.5 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 £55.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Forest?

Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Forest Whisky Blend Number Twenty Six

Malt ExtractToastedVanillaNew Wood

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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