Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky
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
Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky
Green Monkey
£59
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Green Monkey |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky
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 £59.
For beginners: Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky 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 £59)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59 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 Green?
Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only Green Monkey Single Malt Whisky