TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Teaninich
★ 4.78
£59
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £59.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.78/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.78).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £59.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £59.27)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.27 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)