Springbank 12 years Cask Strength Batch 26

The Springbank 12 Years Cask Strength Batch 26 is a powerful and layered single malt whisky that perfectly embodies the core of the distillery. Bottled at cask strength, this expression showcases Springbank’s natural flavors and aromas in their purest form. Influenced by both sherry and bourbon casks, Batch 26 offers a rich, complex experience with a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and the signature gentle smokiness of Springbank. For fans of bold whiskies, this is an absolute must-try.

Tasting note

Nose

Rich aromas of dark chocolate, dried figs, and raisins, complemented by notes of honey, vanilla, and a touch of peat smoke. Subtle hints of orange zest and roasted nuts add extra depth.

Palate

Full-bodied and intense, with flavors of toffee, caramel, and ripe red fruits like plums and cherries. A light salinity and spiciness of cinnamon and black pepper provide balance. The smokiness is elegantly interwoven with a hint of dark chocolate and oak.

Finish

Long and warming, with lingering notes of sherry, toasted oak, and a subtle smokiness. A touch of citrus and gentle spiciness deliver a refined conclusion.

Springbank distillery

Springbank Distillery is located in Campbeltown, a historic whisky region on Scotland's Kintyre Peninsula. Founded in 1828 by the Mitchell family, it is one of the oldest independent distilleries in Scotland and one of the few remaining distilleries in Campbeltown, once known as the "whisky capital of the world."

Springbank Distillery is unique in its complete control over the production process, with all steps - from malting to bottling - taking place on one site. The distillery produces three different single malt whiskies: Springbank, Hazelburn and Longrow.

Springbank whisky is lightly peated and partially triple-distilled, creating a complex and rich flavour profile with notes of fruit, saltiness and a subtle smokiness. Hazelburn is unpeated and triple-distilled, making it a smooth, delicate whisky with light, sweet and malty notes. Longrow is heavily peated and double-distilled, resulting in a robust and smoky whisky with rich, earthy flavours.

The diversity in production methods and flavour profiles makes Springbank Distillery a unique and valued player in the whisky world.