Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryGlenAllachieThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.2%46%
Age11 yr6 yr
Price£64.78£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)

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).

Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.78 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £64.78)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenallachie?

Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyNutty

Only Glenallachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #8 (Signatory)

Dried FruitMalt Extract

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

Cooked FruitTobacco

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