Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£499
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 52.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) 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
Both taste of
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)