Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)
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
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)
Convalmore
£295
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Convalmore |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £299 | £295 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory) is better value at £295 vs £299.
For beginners: Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £295)
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£295 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Convalmore?
Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Only Convalmore 15 Year Old 1985 (cask 310) (Signatory)