Hazelburn 10 year old Marsala Cask Denmark Campbeltown Malt Whisky 58,8%

Hazelburn is Springbank's quiet third voice - no smoke, triple distilled, and a softness that surprises those who only know the distillery's other two styles. This release was bottled in a small number, exclusively for the Danish market.

Expert Description

Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask Denmark is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, finished in Marsala casks and bottled at 58.8%.

Hazelburn is one of the three styles produced at Springbank Distillery, standing apart by being triple distilled and entirely unpeated - an unusual combination in Campbeltown that gives a lighter, more refined whisky than its smoky siblings. This 10 year old was distilled in June 2007 and bottled in May 2018, after which a Marsala cask finish added sweetness and body that pairs well with Hazelburn's fresh core character. Only 258 bottles were released for the Danish market via Juuls Vinhandel.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light caramel and strawberry jam meet almost overripe citrus, patisserie pastry and a touch of vanilla.

Palate

Vanilla and cask notes blend with red berries in a creamy, almost viscous style that pairs beautifully with the high strength.

Finish

Soft and round, with a lingering sweetness of berries and pastry that slowly gives way to a dry, lightly spiced close.

Specifications

Name: Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask Denmark
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 58.8%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Marsala cask finish
Distillation method: Triple distilled
Distilled: June 2007
Bottled: May 2018
Number of bottles: 258 (Danish market exclusive)
Edition: Denmark Exclusive

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Creamy · Spicy · Sherried

Investment Potential

Medium - with only 258 bottles released specifically for the Danish market, this Marsala edition of Hazelburn is a rare regional exclusive, hard to find an equivalent of again.

Did You Know?

Hazelburn takes its name from a distillery that closed in Campbeltown in the early 1900s - like Longrow, the name was revived by Springbank for an entirely new style, this time without any smoke at all.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask Denmark

What makes Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask Denmark special?

Only 258 bottles were released, exclusively for the Danish market, and the Marsala cask finish adds a sweetness not found in Hazelburn's standard releases.

Is Hazelburn a peated whisky?

No. Hazelburn is the only one of Springbank's three styles made entirely without peat smoke, giving a lighter and fruitier profile than both Springbank and Longrow.

What is a Marsala cask?

It is a cask that previously held the sweet Italian fortified wine Marsala. Finishing in such casks adds extra sweetness, berry fruit and a creamy texture to the whisky.

Why is Hazelburn triple distilled?

Triple distillation produces a softer, more refined spirit than the double distillation used for most other Scotch whiskies.

Which glass suits Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask best?

A Glencairn whisky glass highlights both the berry fruit and the vanilla in the nose.

Is Hazelburn 10 Year Old Marsala Cask a good gift?

Yes, especially for a collector who appreciates regional exclusives - the 258 bottles give it a story rarely matched by other releases.