Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
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 1997 Sherry Oak
The Macallan
£799
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £799.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak 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)
- +More affordable (£599.95 vs £799)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 1997 Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
Where to buy
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1997 Sherry Oak
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange