Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel
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
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel
Kurayoshi
★ 3.00
£60
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Kurayoshi |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.3% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £59.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is better value at £58 vs £60.
For beginners: The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel is more approachable (80/100 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 £59.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.5 vs £57.55)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 The?
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel