Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 vs Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£599
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Springbank
★ 4.67
£499
| Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 | Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 52.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £599 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Quick verdict
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood is better value at £499 vs £599.
For beginners: Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 vs £499)
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 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 Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood 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 Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1
Only Springbank 12 Year Old 2000 - Calvados Wood