Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish WhiskeySpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryMidletonSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeIrishSingle Malt
ABV40%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£475£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £475 vs £600.

For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£475 vs £599.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £475)

Who should buy Midleton?

Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey 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.

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Only Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey

Malt ExtractVanillaSherried

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryToastedMedicinal

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