Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

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

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
DistillerySpringbankFanny's Distillery
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV50.3%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£57.55£57.99
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £58.

For beginners: Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (65/100 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 £57.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.99 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 Fanny's?

Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl 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)

SherriedOilyLeatheryTobaccoToasted

Only Fanny's Distillery Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

SmokeyHoneyNuttyFresh Fruit

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