Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
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
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Clynelish
£44
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Clynelish |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £57.55 | £44.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £58.
For beginners: Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £44.45)
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.45 vs £57.55)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)