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Distilled two and a half times using traditional methods, this mature single malt spent more than two decades ageing in oak casks before being bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring. 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Produced at the family owned distillery on the Kintyre Peninsula in western Scotland, Springbank’s three distinctive styles — Springbank, Longrow, and Hazelburn — have achieved cult status among collectors and enthusiasts globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Bottling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHazelburn releases are produced in significantly smaller quantities than many mainstream Scotch whiskies, with the triple distilled and unpeated style offering a softer and more spirit-driven interpretation of Campbeltown whisky. Fully matured in fresh Oloroso sherry casks for 15 years, this release balances rich sherry influence with the oily texture and complexity that define Springbank production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all product images carefully. 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Matured in oak casks for at least sixteen years and bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring, this release captures the oily texture, coastal complexity, and spirit-driven character that have established Kilkerran among the most respected modern Campbeltown whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coastal salinity, orchard fruits, soft smoke, vanilla cream, citrus peel, malt biscuits, and polished oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and balanced with honeyed malt, dried fruits, maritime notes, gentle spice, toasted oak, and subtle earthy smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and lightly oily with lingering coastal minerality, spice, oak tannins, and soft peat influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campbeltown, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glengyle Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kilkerran\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak Casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColouring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-Chill Filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottle Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGlengyle Distillery was revived by J \u0026amp; A Mitchell \u0026amp; Co. in the early 2000s, restoring whisky production to a historic Campbeltown site that had been silent for decades. 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Double distilled and matured initially in refill bourbon casks before an extended finishing period in Pinot Noir casks, it balances earthy maritime peat with darker fruit richness and warming spice. 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Bottled without chill filtration at 57.1% ABV, it delivers a fuller and more concentrated style appreciated by modern peat whisky enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all product images carefully. Minor cosmetic wear to labels, capsules, cartons, or presentation cases may be present due to age, long-term storage, or secondary-market sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in fill level, packaging condition, and label ageing can occur in older releases and forms part of the character of mature collectible whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Release\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrivately sourced and released in strictly limited quantities. 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Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, it balances oily maritime peat smoke with citrus brightness, earthy malt, and subtle sherried depth. 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Known for its use of traditional worm tub condensers, the distillery produces a spirit celebrated for its oily texture, muscular structure, and subtle sulphury complexity. Once considered unconventional within Speyside, Craigellachie’s robust style has since earned a cult following among collectors seeking whiskies with greater weight, texture, and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Bottling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 19 Year Old Special Reserve showcases Craigellachie’s distinctive distillery character through a combination of first fill sherry and bourbon maturation. Rather than overwhelming the spirit with aggressive wood influence, the cask programme enhances the whisky’s naturally waxy and fruit-driven profile while maintaining the distillery’s signature structure and depth. 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Reopened by Mitchell's Glengyle Ltd., the same family behind Springbank, the distillery returned whisky production to Campbeltown after decades of decline. The Kilkerran Work In Progress releases became highly collectible as enthusiasts followed the development of the spirit before the introduction of the now celebrated Kilkerran 12 Year Old. Early releases such as No.6 Bourbon Wood remain sought after by collectors seeking a snapshot of Kilkerran's formative years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all product images carefully. Minor cosmetic wear to labels, capsules, tins, cartons, or presentation cases may be present due to age, long-term storage, or secondary-market sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis example includes the original tin, which displays slight staining consistent with age and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in fill level, packaging condition, and label ageing can occur in older releases and forms part of the character of mature collectible whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Release\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrivately sourced and released in strictly limited quantities. 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Matured and bottled at 46% ABV, it showcases the lighter, elegant side of Springbank's production philosophy while retaining the authenticity and traditional character that have made the distillery one of Scotland's most revered names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented with its original carton, this release captures an important chapter in Hazleburn's development and offers collectors an increasingly difficult-to-find example of the distillery's unpeated style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh orchard fruits, lemon peel, vanilla cream, honey, shortbread, and delicate floral notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft and elegant with sweet malt, pear drops, citrus oils, vanilla custard, gentle oak, and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, lingering, and refined with light fruit sweetness, biscuit notes, and warming oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campbeltown, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Springbank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hazleburn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triple Distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeating Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unpeated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColouring:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Added Colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-Chill Filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes Original Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank remains one of the most respected and traditionally operated distilleries in Scotland. 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Bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring, these expressions reflected the distillery's commitment to traditional whisky making long before such practices became major selling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExamples retaining original presentation have become increasingly scarce, particularly as many were opened and enjoyed rather than preserved by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all product images carefully. 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Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon barrels and ruby port barriques before additional finishing in red wine casks, it presents an intriguing marriage of sweet fruit influence and Laphroaig's unmistakable coastal peat smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 52% ABV and presented with its original tube, this annual limited release has become increasingly sought after among collectors who follow the Cairdeas series. 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Renowned for its medicinal peat smoke, maritime character, and fiercely loyal following, it has become a benchmark for heavily peated whisky worldwide. The annual Cairdeas releases offer collectors an opportunity to explore alternative cask maturations while retaining the unmistakable identity that defines Laphroaig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Bottling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cairdeas series has become one of the most anticipated annual releases in modern Scotch whisky. Produced in limited quantities and originally offered through the Friends of Laphroaig community, each edition explores a unique maturation approach. The 2020 Port \u0026amp; Wine Casks release stands out for its integration of ruby port and red wine influence with classic Laphroaig peat, creating a bottling that differs markedly from the distillery's core range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all product images carefully. 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