Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits
The Glenlivet
£495
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 48.2% |
| Age | 38 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £495 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits is better value at £495 vs £600.
For beginners: Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£495 vs £599.95)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £495)
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenlivet 38 Year Old 1981 - North Star Spirits
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)