Kilkerran 12 Year Old vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Kilkerran 12 Year Old | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £55 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.77/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kilkerran 12 Year Old
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Kilkerran 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 4.77).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £55.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£55 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £55)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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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Only Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)