Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£499
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | The Macallan |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Quick verdict
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak 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
Both taste of
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Where to buy
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange