Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) vs Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
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
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Very Olde St Nick
£235
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) | Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Very Olde St Nick |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.5% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £235 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is better value at £235 vs £299.
For beginners: Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 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 £235)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£235 vs £299)
Cons
- −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 Very?
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 15 (2017 Release)
Only Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey