Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £331.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £299)
- −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
- +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) 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 Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)