Lombard Springbank 1965

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 22 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Salty. Cookie-like maltiness. A hint of banana. Palate Medium-bodied. Firm. Oily. Some coconut. Some apricot-like sherry character. Winey, even. Finish Leafy. Vine leaves. Cedary, dry, slightly bitter. Some smokiness. Comment Robust, but lacks the delicacy and structure of the best Springbanks.

Dave Broom Nose A fascinating, oily mix of soot and perfume: smoke and lilies. White pepper, oak and sage leaves. Palate Rounded with bags of personality and citrus fruits giving it an acidic zestiness. Spice (ginger/nutmeg) and oak as well and an overall oily, briny quality. Finish Dies a little after the exciting nose. Comment Drink neat.