Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Grant
£300
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 56.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £300.
For beginners: Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£299.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Grant 31 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)