Springbank 1998 Vintage 96.6 Proof Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL

• Distillery & Series: Crafted by Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, this is the first release in their new Vintage Series, replacing the traditional 25Year Old bottling.
• Age & Release Details: Distilled in 1998 and bottled in 2025, it boasts nearly 27 years of maturation.
• Cask Type: A rich sherry maturation using two refill and two first-fill Oloroso sherry casks.
• Edition: Ultra limited just 1,500 bottles released worldwide.
• Alcohol Content: Bottled at 48.3% ABV, equivalent to 96.6 proof.

Tasting Note 

Nose: Ripe dates, blackberries, stewed stone fruits, white chocolate, caramel, coastal salinity, damp oak, and malted barley.

Palate: Cinder toffee, balsamic glaze, cherry syrup, ginger loaf, creamy vanilla, shortbread, brandy butter, cloves, earthy and herbal tones.

Mouthfeel & Finish: Slightly light but savory and herbaceous, with wet soil, sea salt, roasted nuts, lemon peel, black pepper, leather, salted caramel, nutmeg, crystallized ginger, and coffee.

Overall Impression: Polished and charismatic, reminiscent of a vintage library with leather armchairs, butter cookies, prune and date cake, and caramel-drizzled ripe peaches.