Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection
Springbank
£700
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 44.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £599 | £699.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £700.
For beginners: Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £699.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£699.95 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Springbank 31 Year Old 1993 (Cask 188) – Nickolls & Perks Rare Cask Collection