Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
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
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£450
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Glenturret |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £299 | £450 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £450.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) 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
- +More affordable (£299 vs £450)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £299)
- −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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)