Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
- Distillery
- Springbank
- Region
- Campbeltown
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 54%
- Age
- 40 years
- Price
- £1746.94
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Leathery, Dried Fruit, Tobacco
- Description
- Bottled in October 2008 from a single Oloroso sherry butt, this 1968 Springbank represents four decades of maturation from Campbeltown's most characterful distillery. Only 398 bottles were released by Ian Macleod's Chieftain's range, making it a significant collector's piece.
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Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is a 40-year-old single malt from Springbank (Campbeltown, Scotland), bottled at 54% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, old wood, leathery, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bottled in October 2008 from a single Oloroso sherry butt, this 1968 Springbank represents four decades of maturation from Campbeltown's most characterful distillery. Only 398 bottles were released by Ian Macleod's Chieftain's range, making it a significant collector's piece.
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