Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£299
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Vallein-Tercinier
£219
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Vallein-Tercinier |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £219 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is better value at £219 vs £299.
For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £219)
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£219 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 19 (2019 Release) 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.
Who should buy Vallein?
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Only Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 72" Petite Champagne