Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£499
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
| Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 54.7% |
| Age | 28 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 9 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) 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 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo