Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559)
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£90
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
| Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50.3% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £57.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is better value at £58 vs £90.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £57.55)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.55 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559) 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.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 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
Both taste of
Only Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 559)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)