Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish

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

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish
DistillerySpringbankGlenmorangie
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.5%46%
Age12 yr12 yr
Price£299£299
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value17/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish is better value at £299 vs £299.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedChocolateSmokeyTobaccoOily

Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Côte De Beaune Finish

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

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