Springbank 21 Year Old (Release 2023)

Region: Campbeltown

Nose There is a lot going on here; heather, plums and peach, quite dry but with hints of honey. There’s a slight waxy note too with a little bit of leather.

Palate Very soft, with caramelised fruit and raisins and cassis. The spices include cinnamon and vanilla and there’s some oaky dryness to balance the honey. A subtle wood smoke and a hint of the sea.

Finish Very long with hints of aniseed and raisin sweetness.

Overall Wow. there’s so much to take in… this is a whisky worth spending serious time with.