Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4 vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Bowmore
£350
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
| Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4 | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 54.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £350 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4 is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4 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 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Where to buy
Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 4
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange