Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi)
The Glenlivet
£270
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 29 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £270.41 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi)
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).
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi) is better value at £270 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£270.41 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −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 £270.41)
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi) 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.
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 Glenlivet 29 Year Old 1978 (cask 13503) (Adelphi)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)