Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£71
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £71.25 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £71.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.25 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £71.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old Barrel Select Release - Palo Cortado Finish 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
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