Longrow 1987/1995 Signatory Vintage 8 years old Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%

There is a calm to Springbank that only truly reveals itself once you give it time in the glass.

Expert's description

Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in oak cask and bottled at 43%.

The whisky is distilled at Springbank and independently selected and bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of the Longrow series.

It was distilled 19. juni 1987 and bottled September 1995, giving it 8 years.

Only 432 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet sea salt, smoke and spice.

Palate

The palate delivers sea salt, light oak and spice.

Finish

The finish is medium in length, with spice and oily malt.

Specifications

Name: Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%
Distillery: Springbank
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Campbeltown
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak Cask (#139+140)
Distilled: 19. juni 1987
Bottled: September 1995
Number of bottles: 432
Edition: Longrow

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic · Smoky

Investment potential

High. A Longrow distilled in 1987 and bottled as early as 1995 is a historical rarity from a period when Springbank only distilled occasionally. Early Longrow releases like this have all but vanished from the market.

Did you know?

Longrow is named after a now-closed Campbeltown distillery that once stood right next to Springbank, whose old warehouse today houses Springbank's bottling hall.

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Frequently asked questions about Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%

What does Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% taste like?

On the nose you meet sea salt, smoke and spice. The palate delivers sea salt, light oak and spice. The finish is medium in length, with spice and oily malt.

What role does the cask play in Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%?

The cask, oak cask, leaves a clear mark on the character and gives Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% a depth a neutral cask could never provide.

Is Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% worth it?

Yes, with only 432 bottles and a cask selection and provenance documented down to the last detail, Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is the kind of bottle where quality and rarity justify a place in the collection.

What is the best glass for Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%?

Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

What defines Springbank?

Springbank is one of the few Scottish distilleries that still carries out every step of production, from malting to bottling, on the same site.

Does Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, thanks especially to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% be stored?

Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% keeps best standing or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.

How many bottles of Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% exist?

A total of 432 bottles of Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% were released, making it a limited release.