Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Littlemill
£450
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Springbank |
| Region | Lowland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48.2% |
| Age | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £450 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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 0.00).
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £450 vs £600.
For beginners: Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£450 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £450)
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 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
Only Littlemill 19 Year Old 1991 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)