Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Dalmore
£280
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.1% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £279.94 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
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).
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) is better value at £280 vs £299.
For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£279.94 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £279.94)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Only Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)