Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private 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
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 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 £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private 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 Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition