Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£234
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £234 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
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).
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £234 vs £299.
For beginners: Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£234 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£299 vs £234)
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ballantine's 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)