Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
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
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Tobermory
£300
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Tobermory |
| Region | Campbeltown | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 56.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £299 | £300 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
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 £300.
For beginners: Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive is more approachable (35/100 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 £300)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£300 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive 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.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive