Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
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
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Lagavulin
£48
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 56.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £57.55 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is better value at £48 vs £58.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is more approachable (50/100 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 £47.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £57.55)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)