Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)
DistillerySpringbankTomintoul
RegionCampbeltownSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.2%51.1%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£599.95£519.95
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition) is better value at £520 vs £600.

For beginners: Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £519.95)

Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£519.95 vs £599.95)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Tomintoul?

Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeatheryToastedMedicinal

Only Tomintoul 30 Year Old - Robert Fleming 30th Anniversary (2nd Edition)

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoney

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