Single Malt Whisky
Seckford Wines have long championed the superb and underrated whiskies of Springbank in Campbeltown.
Campbeltown stands close to the southern end of the Kintyre Peninsula and was once the self-proclaimed "Whisky City" boasting 24 distilleries between 1823 & 1835.
One of the few remaining distilleries, and still privately owned, Springbank is unique in that 100% of the production process is on one site. All its own barley is malted using local peat, then distilled, aged and bottled in-house.
Widely regarded amongst whisky fans as still flying slightly below the radar in terms of high quality versus reasonable price we can’t recommend Springbank enough and advise you to try a few bottles, before those in the know snap them all up.
"...there is no more enigmatic distillery than Springbank. Independent, family-owned, a Campbeltown distillery no less, its whiskies are harder to come by; the releases are few and far between; and yet – and it’s a big yet – hardcore whisky lovers adore it. Fans speak of Springbank with reverence and dedication reserved for very few distilleries, and for those who’ve not discovered the distillery or been enchanted by its spirit, it’s all a bit of a mystery.” Whiskyandwisdom.com
Springbank's unique house style is summed up here by whisky guru Michael Jackson:
"...medium-peated with touches of sweet citrus fruits, allied to a briny note and a lightly oily texture.”
Also, Sean Murphy of Scotsman Food & Drink adds...
“...it is absolutely delicious capturing sweetness, saltiness, oak and peat. Springbank is the epitome a whisky with a sense of people and place.”
We are excited to release a very special offer of three limited editions alongside the five core drams from the Springbank range.
Limited Edition Releases
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10 YO Local Barley
£180
(56.2% 2019 release)
The fifth and latest release in Springbank's Local Barley series which is all made from locally grown Optic barley from the High Cattadale farm near Campbeltown. The barley is then malted using the distillery's own historic floor maltings and bottled at natural cask strength (56.2% ABV). The spirit was matured in 77% bourbon casks, 20% sherry casks and 3% port casks. Natural colour and non-chill-filtered. Only 9000 bottles were made available.
Nose: Sweet and slightly spicy with hints of honey, demerara sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Light peat smoke and a dusty characteristic reminiscent of freshly milled barley
Palate: Tropical and soft fruit sweetness. Ripe pineapple, mango and juicy peaches are complimented by a building peat smoke. Green tea and a coppery tone follow.
Finish: Creamy, buttery mouthfeel with light integrated peat smoke and a coastal salty influence.
14 YO Bourbon Wood
£102
(55.8% 2017 release)
Springbank have kept things simple with this release by maturing their coastal style whisky in ex-bourbon casks from America. Limited to only 9,000 bottles worldwide.
Nose: This unique Campbeltown Malt starts off with cream, vanilla extract and yogurt. Salted popcorn, toffee and marshmallows follow the ever present creaminess. American cream soda, sugar doughnuts, with a heathery influence.
Palate: Yogurt and thick cream continue from the nose with an introduction of honey, syrup and liquorice. Gentle notes of sweet apples, almonds and dried bananas. A light dusting of icing sugar and lemon zest.
Finish: A touch of smoke and dry peat builds with a gentle sea breeze from Campbeltown Loch. Briny and light mineral flavours complete this excellent dram.
15 YO Rum Wood
£108
(51% 2019 release)
Not a finish, this is a Springbank distilled in 2003 and then matured for all its life in fresh rum barrels. Limited to only 9000 bottles.
Nose: This is a sweet tropical dram with coconut, pineapple and banana aromas. The sweetness continues with toasted marshmallows and sticky toffee pudding but is balanced with a hint of peat.
Palate: The sweetness transfers onto the palate. There’s the velvety smooth richness of decadent desserts such as a tropical meringue pavlova, crème brûlée, toffee apple & pecan pie, along with citrus yuzu notes. There’s also an earthy quality from the Springbank dunnage warehouses.
Finish: The earthy quality now comes to the fore and the dram ends on a dry note. Both are more pronounced once water is added.
Core Range
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10 Year Old
£40
(46%)
Our 10-year-old offers whisky drinkers the perfect introduction to the Springbank range. Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, it is perfectly balanced from the first sip through to the full, rich finish.
Nose: Orchard fruit (pear) with a hint of peat, vanilla and malt.
Palate: Malt, oak, spice, nutmeg and cinnamon, vanilla essence.
Finish: Sweet, with a lingering salty tingle.
12 YO Cask Strength
£126
(56.3%)
Our 12-year-old edition, always bottled at cask strength, is a wonderfully balanced dram that boasts a smooth buttery body and rich fruity palate. Add a drop of water to release milk chocolate and vanilla notes.
Nose: It's reminiscent of walking in an autumn forest full of pine and chestnut trees, before returning home to the iodine of a Campbeltown malt and ending with a delicate hint of peat.
Palate: A gorgeous richness on the palate which is balanced between citrus marmalade on toast and caramelised toasted marshmallows, not forgetting flavours of vanilla and pepper. It’s a lip licking meaty dram.
Finish: A delicious, viscous, smooth liquid with a salty edge. It brings back memories of a ham joint which has been marinated in a rich honey sauce and slow baked in the oven.
15 Year Old
£84
(46%)
Like a storm gathering off the Kintyre coast, our 15-year-old Springbank is dark and ominous, yet delicious. Best enjoyed after dinner or with your favourite cigar, this is a true classic.
Nose: Demerara sugar, dark chocolate, Christmas cake, almonds, toffee, oak.
Palate: Creamy, raisins, dark chocolate, figs, marzipan, brazil nuts and vanilla.
Finish: Oak and sherry notes sustain and mingle with hints of leather.
18 Year Old
£114
(46%)
A rusty copper colour, our 18-year-old is full of authority and is truly a classic, full-bodied dram. With a delicious nose, this whisky will tempt you in and hold your attention as you uncover its unique palate and finish.
Nose: Lemon meringue pie, pear skin, olive oil, almonds and digestive biscuits. A typical Kintyre coastal brininess comes to the fore.
Palate: In the background; dried bananas, cocounut shavings and butterscotch. The more prominent; carrot cake, treacle and freshly squeezed limes engulf the palate.
Finish: Very delicate; liquorice, gingerbread and Madagascar vanilla. Closely followed by mint, trinity cream and vanilla milkshake.
21 Year Old
£234
(46%)
With its warm golden glow, our 21-year-old is inviting, creamy and offers unbelievable complexity. The maritime influences uncovered in this single malt will take you on a journey to its Campbeltown home.
Nose: A creamy delight. Toffee and cereal notes interspersed with bursts of freshly picked strawberries and ripe watermelon.
Palate: Robust and steadfast with a dry, creamy oiliness. Sugared almonds are heavily present as well as a dash of cinnamon.
Finish: Creamy with an evolving length which coats the mouth and finally gives up its peaty origins.