Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old 2002 - Green
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna