Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
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
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£742
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Ardbeg |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 60.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £741.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £742.
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
- +More affordable (£599.95 vs £741.76)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£741.76 vs £599.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask 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 Ardbeg 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 2198) - Single Cask