Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryFilliersThompson Bros.
Region
CountryBelgiumScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV43%46%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£53.95£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value93/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £54.

For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.95 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £53.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Goldlys?

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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

SherriedNutty

Only Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

ChocolateToastedDried Fruit

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

Cooked FruitHoneyTobacco

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