Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Bowmore
£269
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £268.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
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).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak is better value at £269 vs £299.
For beginners: Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£268.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £268.95)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Where to buy
Bowmore 21 Year Old Sherry Oak
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange