Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£58
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)
Glenturret
★ 4.60
£46
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Glenturret |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £57.55 | £45.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release) is better value at £46 vs £58.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £45.84)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£45.84 vs £57.55)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 7 (2013 Release)
Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2020 Maiden Release)