Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers EditionSpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLagavulinSpringbank
RegionIslayCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%48.2%
Age16 yr21 yr
Price£499£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

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 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is better value at £499 vs £600.

For beginners: Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

Pros

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

Cons

  • 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 16 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

Only Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

SherriedDried Fruit

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

Old WoodToasted

Where to buy

Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

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

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