Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay WhiskySpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLagavulinSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£500£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky is better value at £500 vs £600.

For beginners: Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£500 vs £599.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £500)

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky

Oily

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodToasted

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