Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Suntory
★ 4.88
£300
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Suntory | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £300 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £300.
For beginners: Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£300 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Suntory?
Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Suntory Royal Special Reserve 1960s
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)