Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway CollectionSpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBushmillsSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%48.2%
Age32 yr21 yr
Price£999£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £999.

For beginners: Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 21 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£999 vs £599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£599.95 vs £999)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection 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 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection

SherriedHoneyVanillaDried Fruit

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeatheryToastedMedicinal

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