Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
Glengoyne
£460
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.9% | 57.1% |
| Age | 36 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £459.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
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).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £460.
For beginners: Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£459.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £459.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969 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
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Where to buy
Glengoyne 36 Year Old 1969
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange