Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Springbank
£289
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £350 | £289.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £289 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £289.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£289.15 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 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 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11756) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)