Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Mortlach
★ 4.95
£399
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.95/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
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 4.95).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (5.0 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 16 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)