Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020 vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLagavulinSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54%48.2%
Age20 yr21 yr
Price£699£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020

Smoke68/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £699.

For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£699 vs £599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£599.95 vs £699)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020 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 Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodLeatheryToasted

Where to buy

Lagavulin 20 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2020

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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