Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
William Grant
★ 4.33
£299
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Grant | Springbank |
| Region | Other Scotch | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.2% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £299 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £600.
For beginners: Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £599.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £299)
Who should buy Hazelwood?
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old 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 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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Only Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)