Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistillerySpringbankFettercairn
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV57.1%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£299£244
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £244 vs £299.

For beginners: Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £244)

Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£244 vs £299)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryOilyKipperyCooked Mash

Only Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitHoneyDried FruitToasted

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