Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) vs Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
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
Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Very Olde St Nick
£244
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) | Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Very Olde St Nick |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £244 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 19 (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is better value at £244 vs £299.
For beginners: Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 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 £244)
Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£244 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 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 Very?
Very Olde St Nick Harvest 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 19 (2019 Release)
Only Very Olde St Nick Harvest Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey