Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood
Springbank
£395
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £395 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £395.
For beginners: Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£395 vs £250)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£250 vs £395)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood 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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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
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Only Springbank 16 Year Old 1991 - Rum Wood
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)