Springbank has become a cult distillery among enthusiasts who are won over by its unique flavor and the distillery itself: rustic, chaotic, and traditional, yet meticulously maintained and of exceptional quality.
The Springbank 15 Year Old New Release is a new expression from the Campbeltown distillery, introduced in 2017.
The growing interest in organic products has driven Springbank Distillery to seek out the finest organic malt.
This single malt was distilled using organic malt grown not far from the distillery.
The "Springbank 15yo" is one of the most popular and established expressions of the Campbeltown distillery's core range. This single malt, aged for fifteen years, perfectly embodies Springbank's unique and distinctive style, offering a harmonious balance between maritime character, light peat notes, and the complexity afforded by extended aging.
It is considered by many connoisseurs to be a benchmark for understanding the distillery's production philosophy.
The production process for this whisky is meticulous and entirely managed on-site, from traditional floor malting of the barley, to peating with different types of peat, to open-fire distillation (two and a half times for the Springbank label, a method unique to Scotland), to bottling.
This complete vertical integration guarantees artisanal production and unparalleled manual, human control over the quality and final organoleptic characteristics of the spirit.
The fifteen-year aging takes place in a carefully selected combination of ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks.
This choice helps create a rich and layered flavor profile, where the influences of both woods blend into a complex and rewarding experience.
Springbank 15 Year Old Green is typically bottled at 46% ABV, unchill-filtered, and without added colorants.
This approach preserves the integrity of the spirit, allowing its complexity and natural character to be fully appreciated.
It is a single malt that appeals to both experienced connoisseurs seeking depth and complexity, and those wishing to explore the world of authentic, artisanal Scotch.
Its consistency and quality make it a mainstay in the Springbank portfolio and an excellent choice for any tasting occasion.
Matured exclusively in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, it is unfiltered and bottled at 46% ABV.
Springbank 15 Year Old Green is a reference whisky among Scotch whisky enthusiasts and collectors.
On the nose, the 15 Year Old Green It's an authentic Springbank, with earthy notes, peat, and the classic saltiness.
On the palate, Springbank 15 Years Old is fruity with notes of apricots, peaches, and hints of butter—a lot of butter.
The finish of Springbank 15 Years Old is long and complex with a lingering sweetness and saltiness.
Springbank 15 Years Old pairs well with refined and interesting cigars.
Tasting Notes:
Color: Amber
Aroma: Notes of the Scottish Highlands, notes of peat, and the classic coastal influence
Palate: Fruity with notes of apricots, peaches, and hints of butter
Finish: Long and complex with a lingering sweetness and saltiness.
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