MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
MacNaughton
★ 4.00
£288
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNaughton | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | 4 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £288 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
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 4.00).
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 is better value at £288 vs £299.
For beginners: MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£288 vs £299)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £288)
Who should buy MacNaughton?
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)