John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£480
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Springbank |
| Region | Other Scotch | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £480 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is better value at £299 vs £480.
For beginners: John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£480 vs £299)
- −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
- +More affordable (£299 vs £480)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy John?
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)