Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old
The Glenlivet
£260
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 56.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £299 | £259.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old is better value at £260 vs £299.
For beginners: The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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
- −More expensive (£299 vs £259.95)
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£259.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy The?
The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old 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
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Only The Glenlivet Small Batch 2.3 20 Year Old