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.
Pound for pound one of the best entry-level malts I've tasted, and better than many pricier and older whiskies. Up there with Ardbeg 10, Bunnahabhain 12 and Oban 14 for me, and that's high praise indeed.
I've always known Springbank is a unique whisky, but it still took me 3 years of whisky adventures before I finally tried my first ever Springbank yesterday, the 10YO. And it is unique indeed. If anything, it only reminds me a bit of Classic Laddie, but nothing else. It's got loads of finesse, elegance and balance perfection between the various elements: bourbon and sherry casks, a hint of peat, salinity, liquorice, citrus, smoke. For some reason I've always had the impression that this should be a very punchy whisky, but it's actually just perfect. A masterpiece for this age and price. Loving and recommending it.
Tried it for the first time and just loved it. Will definitely be buying a bottle.
in my top 5 whiskeys 4 years into my whiskey adventure after trying a few 15 year old + drams and its just as good as them well worth a punt
Sweet and subtle. Very well made. Quite balanced, pleasant arrival good development and nice finish. Nutty and spicy notes. Very good. Does not need any water added.
