Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl
Fanny's Distillery
£56
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
| Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fanny's Distillery | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £55.99 | £57.55 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl is better value at £56 vs £58.
For beginners: Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£55.99 vs £57.55)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £55.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Fanny's?
Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl 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 7 (2013 Release) 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
Only Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Rye Whisky, 70cl
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)