Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
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
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Springbank
★ 4.67
£499
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Springbank |
| Region | Campbeltown | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 52.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood 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)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Where to buy
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange