Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Appleton
£327
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Appleton | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £327 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £327.
For beginners: Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£327 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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
Who should buy Appleton?
Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Appleton 1993 / 29 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)