Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old
Hazelwood
£475
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hazelwood | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £475 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old
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).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old is better value at £475 vs £600.
For beginners: Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£475 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £475)
Who should buy Hazelwood?
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Hazelwood Centennial Reserve / 20 Year Old
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)