Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Stauning KAOS
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
Stauning KAOS
Stauning
★ 4.33
£66
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Stauning KAOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Stauning |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Denmark |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.3% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £65.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Stauning KAOS
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Stauning KAOS
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is better value at £58 vs £66.
For beginners: Stauning KAOS is more approachable (55/100 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 £65.85)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Stauning KAOS
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.85 vs £57.55)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Stauning?
Stauning KAOS suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only Stauning KAOS