Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)
Springbank
£299
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Springbank |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan) is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) 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 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old 1999 (bottled for Michael Sheridan)