Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

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

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
DistillerySpringbankGlengoyne
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.1%45.9%
Age12 yr36 yr
Price£299£459.95
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner20/100
Value17/100

Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £460.

For beginners: Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 is more approachable (60/100 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 affordable (£299 vs £459.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water

Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£459.95 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Leathery

Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)

SmokeyOilyKipperyCooked Mash

Only Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitToasted

Where to buy

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)

Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969

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