Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
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
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Invergordon
£250
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Invergordon |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.5% | 44.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £299 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 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 £249.95)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Only Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)