Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021 vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021
Ichiro
£300
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021 | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021
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 £300.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £299.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021 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 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 Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries 2021
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)