Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£250
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release) is better value at £250 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £350)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 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.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 22 (2021 Release)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna