Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Monkey Shoulder
£301
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Monkey Shoulder | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £300.65 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
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).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £301.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£300.65 vs £299)
- −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
Who should buy Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)