Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
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
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£230
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £299 | £230 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £230 vs £299.
For beginners: Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £230)
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£230 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Speyside?
Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Speyside 24 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)