Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Lark Distillery
£250
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lark Distillery | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
Who should buy Lark?
Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Lark 2016 (bottled 2021) (cask 1244) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)