Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)
DistillerySpringbankThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50.3%47.5%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£57.55£84.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner50/100
Value87/100

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value59/100

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is better value at £58 vs £85.

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
  • +More affordable (£57.55 vs £84.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £57.55)
  • 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 All?

All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

OilyLeathery

Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)

SherriedTobaccoToasted

Only All Islay Blended Malt - That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Master of Malt)

SmokeyMedicinal

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