Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
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
Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Appleton
£420
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Appleton |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £420 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
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 £420.
For beginners: Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection 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 affordable (£299 vs £420)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£420 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 Appleton?
Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection 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 Appleton 1995 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection