Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLagavulinSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%48.2%
Age19 yr21 yr
Price£499£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

Smoke64/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

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 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 is better value at £499 vs £600.

For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 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 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

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryToasted

Only Lagavulin 19 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

Sherried

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

Medicinal

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