Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo vs Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Suntory
£300
| Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Suntory |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 43% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £300 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s is better value at £300 vs £399.
For beginners: Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £300)
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£300 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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 Suntory?
Suntory 12 Year Old Pure Malt - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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