Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £43.
For beginners: Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £42.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 vs £36.52)
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)