Springbank Local Barley 13yr ( 54.1% abv)

Let’s focus our attention on the new Springbank 13 Years Local Barley. Matured in 60% bourbon and 40% sherry casks, this latest release is made from Belgravia grown at Glencraigs Farm.

Nose: It’s the vibrant fruits that stand out. Tinned pineapple, nectarines and mangos, as well as some steeped barley, salty liquorice and citrus-y gelato. Slivers of bung cloth too, as well as dunnage floor and a whiff of ozone. The smoke is almost non-existent but adds an important layer of complexity.
Taste: Proper oiliness and a decent waxiness. Hints of charred lemons, wet pebbles, petrichor and a sprinkle of salt, accompanied by wood smoke, peat, some coffee grounds and earthy liquorice root, but also a sliver of chocolate and subtle yellow fruits.
Finish: Long. Lingering smoke, peach and lots of minerality. A sliver of mint too.