A fabulous 10 year old Springbank, matured in bourbon casks as well as sherry casks, adding a wonderful depth of flavour. Slightly peated, it marries a complex mixture of maritime notes as well as a fresh and fruity balance. The definition of a Campbeltown classic.
The nose offers up plenty of oak, exotic spices, guava, heather honey and soft smoke.
A full, sweet, creamy palate with hints of smoke, marzipan and cigar boxes.
A smoky finish, trailing off on sweet cider and toasty barley.
My bottle has been open 4 months now, often compared to the 15yo and the 12CS. So recently I laid my hands on the Kilkerran 12, so it was time for a comparison. Verdict: both such excellent whiskies. Each standing its own ground proudly. But wow oh wow. The ten now really impresses, since the Kilkerran 12 is such a stunner. Always well worth every penny. Campbeltown whiskies really take pride on my shelves. Excellently crafted.
What a great whisky without the wallet taking a pounding. It has all the taste variety of the Islay malts. Campbeltown with Glen Scotia and Springbank 10 are worthy of greater adulation easier on the wallet doesn't mean less on the palate.
This is the first time I've reviewed a whisky so will keep it very simple. Just tasted my first dram of Springbank 10 and am in whisky heaven right now. It's complex, warm, intoxicatingly rich and with a subtle peat and oaky finish that surpasses 10 years. Delicious! Will be ordering another bottle very very soon.
Very complex from the nose to the finish. Will definitely purchase another bottle.
Love this 10 year old.
