Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Strathmill
★ 4.75
£62

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £62 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £62.
For beginners: Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£62 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 £62)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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
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