Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
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
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Dalmore
£280
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Dalmore |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £299 | £279.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) is better value at £280 vs £299.
For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) 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 £279.94)
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£279.94 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)