Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

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

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
DistillerySpringbankGlenmorangie
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.6%46%
Age9 yr15 yr
Price£299£399
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 is better value at £299 vs £399.

For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013

Pros

  • +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £299)

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013

LeatheryDried FruitTobaccoOily

Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

VanillaToastedOld Wood

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