Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£299
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)
Springbank
★ 4.33
£299
| Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release) is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 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.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 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 Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 20 (2020 Release)