Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi) vs Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi)
Springbank
£450
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£400
| Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi) | Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Character of Islay Whisky Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 46.3% |
| Age | 22 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi)
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Quick verdict
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £400 vs £450.
For beginners: Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £399.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399.95 vs £450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi) 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 Fiona?
Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company 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 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 426) (Adelphi)
Only Fiona Macleod 33 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company