Springbank 18 years

Country : Scotland

Region : Campbeltown

Producer : Springbank

Bottler : Original

Age : 18 years

Alcohol : 46%

Volume : 0,7 Liter

Cask type : 100% Bourbon

Distilled : 2006

Bottled : 17.06.2024

Bottle code : 24/117

Food Producer / Importer : The Springbank Distillery, Campbeltown, Argyll PA28 6ET, Scotland.

Color:
Dark amber with a slight copper tint.

Aroma:
Complex and deep, with a wonderful balance of fruitiness and smoky notes. Initially ripe, dried fruits such as figs, dates and raisins, followed by caramel, dark chocolate and toffee. Slight traces of salty sea breeze and a hint of campfire smoke complement the aromas perfectly.

Taste:
Full-bodied and rich. The sweetness of honey and baked apple is in the foreground, accompanied by spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. A subtle peatiness remains discreetly in the background, while nutty notes of almonds and hazelnuts are added. A lovely creaminess develops with notes of custard and oak.

Finish:
Long, warm and dry, with lingering smoky and spicy notes. The oak barrel maturation reveals itself with a pleasant bitterness that blends harmoniously with the sweet and fruity elements. A hint of dark chocolate and tobacco remains.

Conclusion:
The Springbank 18 Year Old 2024 offers an impressive depth and complexity that will appeal to lovers of both smoky and fruity-sweet whiskies. It shows a perfect balance between sweet, fruity and peaty notes that combine to create a harmonious and long-lasting experience.

I hope these tasting notes meet your taste!