Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay
Master of Malt
£35
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay is better value at £35 vs £43.
For beginners: Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £42.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £34.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Master of Malt 12 Year Old Islay
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)