Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig
★ 4.00
£575
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.6% | 48.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £574.95 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £575 vs £600.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£574.95 vs £599.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £574.95)
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)