Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Invergordon
£250
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.5% | 57.1% |
| Age | 45 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
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).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £249.95)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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
Only Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (Master of Malt)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)