Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£500
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 49.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £350 | £499.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £500.
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
- +More affordable (£350 vs £499.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 vs £350)
- −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 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)