Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caledonian
£450
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Caledonian |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 57.1% | 53% |
| Age | 12 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £299 | £449.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £450.
For beginners: Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 affordable (£299 vs £449.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£449.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Caledonian?
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Caledonian 45 Year Old 1976 (cask 15243) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)