Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
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
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
Lagavulin
★ 4.71
£299
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 56.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.71/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is more approachable (40/100 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
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2012) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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