Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac
Martell
£88
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Martell |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.3% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £87.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is better value at £58 vs £88.
For beginners: Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£57.55 vs £87.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£87.95 vs £57.55)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Martell?
Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only Martell Single Cru Petite Champagne Cognac