Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s
DistillerySpringbankRobert Burnett
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.2%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£599.95£850
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness20/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £850.

For beginners: Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s is more approachable (65/100 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 £850)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£850 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 Robert?

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryToastedMedicinal

Only Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

YeastySolventFragant

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