Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Longmorn
£350
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £350 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £350.
For beginners: Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 22 Year Old Single Batch Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)