Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Springbank
£180
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 55.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £250 | £180 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
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 (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £180)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£180 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Springbank 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 533) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)