Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£500
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 46% |
| Age | 22 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £494.02 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £500.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 vs £494.02)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £499.95)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 22 Year Old (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 Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 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 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1