Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024

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

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
DistillerySpringbankYamazaki
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.2%48%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£599.95£435.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 is better value at £436 vs £600.

For beginners: Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 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 £435.5)

Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£435.5 vs £599.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 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

Smokey

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

Old WoodLeatheryToastedMedicinal

Only Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024

Cooked FruitCitricHoney

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