Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Gelston's
£47
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Gelston's | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £46.85 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
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 £47.
For beginners: Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.85 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 £46.85)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Gelston's?
Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Gelston's 12 Year Old Single Malt
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)