Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£42
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
| Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.75 | £57.55 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £42 vs £58.
For beginners: Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£41.75 vs £57.55)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £41.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 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 Bowmore 9 Year Old / Glass Set Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)