Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Ben Nevis
£215
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 57.1% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £214.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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).
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £215 vs £299.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£214.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £214.95)
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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.
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 Ben Nevis 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 105) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)