Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
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
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Strathisla
£350
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Strathisla |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £299 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
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 £350.
For beginners: Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask 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 £350)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Strathisla 24 Year Old 1979 (cask 5349) - First Cask