TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs The Deveron 12 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)The Deveron 12 Year Old
DistilleryThompson Bros.The Deveron
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age6 yr12 yr
Price£42.95£46.5
Rating5.00/54.33/5

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

The Deveron 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner75/100
Value93/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Deveron 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £47.

For beginners: The Deveron 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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 £46.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Deveron 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.5 vs £42.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 The?

The Deveron 12 Year Old 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.

Tasting notes

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyHoneyTobacco

Only The Deveron 12 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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