Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky
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
Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky
Dartmoor
£63
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Dartmoor |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.3% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £63.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky
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 £63.
For beginners: Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky 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 £63.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£63.25 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 Dartmoor?
Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky 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 Dartmoor Whisky Bordeaux Red Wine Cask English Single Malt Whisky