Inchmoan 12 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Inchmoan 12 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £42 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.08/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.08).
Inchmoan 12 Year Old is better value at £42 vs £43.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £42)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchmoan?
Inchmoan 12 Year Old 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
Only Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)