Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
DistillerySpringbankChivas
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV56.5%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£299£250
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner40/100
Value17/100

Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £250 vs £299.

For beginners: Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £250)

Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£250 vs £299)

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 Chivas?

Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)

SherriedChocolateSmokeyTobaccoOily

Only Chivas Century Of Malts Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

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