Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberlour
£350
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £350 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £350.
For beginners: Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £350)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) 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
Only Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)