TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish
Tomatin
★ 4.00
£57
| TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £57.
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 £56.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.95 vs £42.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Tomatin 12 Year Old 2006 Amontillado Sherry Cask Finish