Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£43
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
| Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £57.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Quick verdict
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) is better value at £43 vs £58.
For beginners: Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £42.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Orkney?
Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (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 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Orkney & Speyside - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)