Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ben Nevis
£250
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £249.95)
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Ben Nevis 26 Year Old 1998 (cask 176) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)