Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Fettercairn
£244
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £244 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £244 vs £299.
For beginners: Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£244 vs £299)
- +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 £244)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Fettercairn 22 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)