Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
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
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
The Macallan
★ 3.00
£499
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Macallan |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) 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 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)