Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£650
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Caol Ila |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £650 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £650.
For beginners: Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 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 £650)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Caol?
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)