Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenlivet
★ 2.00
£320
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 57.1% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £319.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 2.00).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £320.
For beginners: Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£319.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 £319.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
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 Glenlivet 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)