Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s
National Distillers
★ 4.00
£240
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | National Distillers |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.5% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £299 | £240 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s is better value at £240 vs £299.
For beginners: PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £240)
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£240 vs £299)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy PM?
PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Only PM Blended Whiskey - 1950s