Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Springbank
£385
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £384.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £385.
For beginners: Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£384.95 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 £384.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 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
Only Springbank 25 Year Old 1991 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)