Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013
Springbank
£299
| Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58.6% |
| Age | 15 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition 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 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013 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
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Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2013