Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
★ 1.00
£44
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
| Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Springbank |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.3% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.3 | £57.55 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £44 vs £58.
For beginners: Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.3 vs £57.55)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £44.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) 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 Ledaig 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12022) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)