Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
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
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Lagavulin
£499
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 58% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 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 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange