Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton WhiskyTB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlen ElginThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV56.6%46%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£64.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value77/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £65.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £64.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Glen Elgin 12 Year Old - Chorlton Whisky

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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