Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Loch Lomond
£225
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £225.12 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
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).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Pros
- +More affordable (£225.12 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 £225.12)
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)