Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£270
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 57.1% |
| Age | 48 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £270 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
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 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £270 vs £299.
For beginners: Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£270 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (48 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 £270)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)