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The three riders of Campbeltown
As we see the trees dropping their coats and creating layers of colours on the ground, we settle on our chairs and embrace the drinkable warmth. From your window you can see the wind and the rain, but what are you going to do with all those spooky costumes?
Fear not! We got a fantastic solution for you; strengthen yourself with our new range of sublime range of Springbank whiskies. This set will shield you from the weather and from all of those laughing pumpkins, since you will have the last laugh for sure!
Let’s start with the Springbank 12 years old cask strength (56.1%)! This whisky is a brilliant continuation of the Springbank legacy, as it delivers basketful of fruity flavours, mixed with soft ashiness and cigar box- like touch. The finish takes you back to the ground with its balanced earthiness and woodiness.
How about something deeper and darker? I mean, it depends how far you want to go, but I would highly recommend stopping at Hazelburn 13 years old, as it offers delicious chocolate notes, with layers and layers of dry selections of berries. This whisky is familiar, yet offers an adventure of flavours that will take you through the dimmest of seasons.
Where shall you travel after this, you might ask? There are only a few distilleries in the world, which can deliver such quality at a young age like Kilkerran. Their new 16 years old is a must have for all the fans and new explorers of Campbeltown malts. Season after season, the distillery proves its exceptional and ever-expanding range of “taste-scapes”. This whisky a true blast of flavours, taking you between creamy nuttiness, to dry sceneries of peppery spice and fresher elements of fruits. On the top of all of this majesty, you have that trademark Kilkerran peat, which dances in harmony with the slight briny notes.
Before we get to the range, we would like to apologise a few issues our customers experienced during the last release. Apparently there were some products appearing as “coming soon” when in fact, they were already sold out. For some reason our system did not update this text.
If you are a Springbank society member, you are aware that you are able to get a discount on some Springbank products. You must be able to supply your Springbank society number and ID, thank you for understanding.
Quick important update, we have just received an update. Due to the weather in Campbeltown, sea levels in the location have gone to a phenomenal state, winds gusting at 22-27 knots. Some of our deliveries did not arrive on time, so please be aware that we will have another delivery of these whiskies for next week.
Springbank 12 years old – 2020 – 56.1% – 70CL
45% Sherry 25% Bourbon 25% Burgundy 5% Port multicask matured.
Nose: This cask strength whisky packs a lot of signature Springbank characteristics in from start to finish. The peat smoke is immediately present and very welcome with lovely ashiness. Aromas of bruised apples, mahogany, and tobacco leaves. There is a candied sweetness with notes of glazed red cherries and sugar-coated cola cubes.
Palate: It is rich and sweet to taste with ripe and juicy red fruit flavours. Strawberries and raspberries give way to orange-flavored chocolate and gooey toasted marshmallows and bubbling caramelized sugar.
Finish: In the finish, the earthy, dusty notes remain as well as the mouth-drying tannins from the burgundy casks. The whisky is deliciously sweet and smoky with the familiar Springbank characteristics prevailing.
Kilkerran 16 years old – 2020 – 46% – 70CL
Nose: Initially delicate with herbal and citrus characteristics before opening up to reveal brighter and zestier notes with orange peel and tart lemon meringue pie. There is also a creamy, nutty aroma that develops over time and a hint of tropical pineapple. A fleeting briny component reminds you that this is definitely a Campbeltown Single Malt.
Palate: The palate reveals layers of complex flavors. Cereal and malt notes are present alongside soft dry peat smoke, herbs, black pepper, and tones of sandalwood and beeswax. The bourbon maturation allows a fragrant aniseed note to carry through from the spirit, which also lends a waxy texture to the dram.
Finish: The dry and ashy peat smoke influence continues as does the deep-rooted coastal brine. Overall this is a bright and complex whisky that is not overly sweetened from the bourbon maturation. It is fragrant, grassy, and gently peated.
Hazelburn 13 years old – 2020 – 50.3% – 70CL
Oloroso Sherry Cask
Nose: Juicy red grapes, raspberries and redcurrants followed by stewed strawberries and mint humbugs.
Palate: Initially a rich sweetness of marzipan, prunes, and raisins, developing into orange rind, dark chocolate and vanilla cheesecake.
Finish: Red apple, digestive biscuits, wholemeal toast, black cherries and almonds.
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Cadenheads Whisky Shop & Tasting Room
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