Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company) vs Balvenie 30 Year Old

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

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company)Balvenie 30 Year Old
DistillerySpringbankBalvenie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.8%44.2%
Age24 yr30 yr
Price£2999£3192.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value2/100

Balvenie 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value2/100

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Balvenie 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company) is better value at £2999 vs £3193.

For beginners: Balvenie 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£2999 vs £3192.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Balvenie 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£3192.95 vs £2999)

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Balvenie?

Balvenie 30 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only Springbank 24 Year Old Asanoha Dragon - Yokai Series (East Asia Whisky Company)

Nutty

Only Balvenie 30 Year Old

Honey

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