Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac
Mauxion
£330
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mauxion | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £330 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £330.
For beginners: Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£330 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £330)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Mauxion?
Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 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.
Tasting notes
Only Mauxion Bois Ordinaires Lot 89 Cognac
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)