Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012
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
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012
Gosset
£250
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Gosset |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012 is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012 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 £250)
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 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 Gosset?
Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012 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)
Only Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012