What's in a name? Springbank 15 Year Old whisky is called whisky because it's produced in Scotland. Were it from America it would be spelled Springbank 15 Year Old whiskey, rather than whisky.
The nose is quite fragrant with a certain richness. Notes of fruit salad and a hint of caramel, pineapple, guava and passion fruit lurk. There are notes of dried leather and old ropes. A hint of toffee sweetness and some granary toast. The palate is quite full and rich. There are notes of creamy fruit salad and more exotic fruit notes. There is palpable mastication from the oaked tannins with a hint of spice. The finish is quite long with a gentle warmth. ...more
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Now THAT'S whisky!
For me, this is the ultimate dram. Just the right amount of sherry ageing, with a hint of brine and Sam Brown belts. Coats the mouth fully. An absolute belter!
Tremendous
I love the smooth, sherried style whiskies like the Macallan, and I love the smokey Islay style even more. To me this whisky feels like the nearest one can get to a harmonious marriage between the two. A fabulous dram at a reasonable price.
Superb Balance
This is truly an excellent whisky: as others have intimated, it has the sweetness and purity of a good Speyside and a good deal of the smoke from an Islay; Bunahabhain for instance. I have to say this is certainly one of the most approachable malts i've tried in recent months, and also one of the most enjoyable. For the price this is a superb everyday "within moderation lol" or even gifting whisky; any recipient would be pleased to get this! Excellent.