Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Tormore
£347
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Tormore |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 49.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £299 | £346.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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 £347.
For beginners: Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 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 £346.54)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£346.54 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 Tormore?
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)