Springbank 10 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 45 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Fragrant. Balsamic, herbal. Touch of eucalyptus. Dry hay, meadow flowers. Creamy. Developing on buttery notes. Hint of marshmallows. Palate Chewy. Less sweet than expected from the nose. Sour apples with the astringency of the skin. Finish Spicy, slightly tangy. Drying on oaky notes. Comment The nose is lighter and more subtle than the palate. A dash of water tones down the flavours. Disappointing.

Dave Broom Nose Fresh. Black olive, hot gorse/coconut then a tickle of smoke and some lemon notes. Green oak, tangerine and a gently oily quality. Palate Silky soft feel. Coconut cream/milky coffee. Brine, oily but zesty with sooty smoke. Hits top gear half-way through. Subtle. Finish Lightly sooty. Comment Your starter for 10. A classic.