Springbank 100 proof 5 year old 2026 Release Single Campbeltown Malt Whisky 57,1%

Five years is young by Springbank standards, but in the 100 Proof range it isn't about age - it's about showing how much character the distillery can pull from even its youngest casks.

Expert Description

Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old 2026 Release is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, bottled at cask strength, 57.1%.

This release is part of the distillery's limited 100 Proof range, known for its high strength and intense flavour that highlights Springbank's unique style. Five years of maturation in carefully selected casks gives a youthful yet complex profile, where fruity and maritime notes combine with subtle hints of peat and spice. The whisky is neither filtered nor coloured.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe apples and pears meet vanilla and a touch of peat, with light maritime undertones.

Palate

Rich and concentrated with layers of tropical fruit, malt and spice, balancing sweetness and salinity with a whisper of smoke.

Finish

Long, warm and powerful with classic Campbeltown notes of malt, peat and sea air.

Specifications

Name: Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old 2026 Release
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 5 years
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: 100 Proof 2026 Release

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Maritime · Spicy · Peated

Did You Know?

The 100 Proof range is Springbank's way of showing that cask strength and youth don't exclude complexity - the high alcohol strength preserves more of the volatile aromas that otherwise vanish upon dilution.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old 2026 Release

Is Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old worth it?

Yes - cask strength Springbank at a younger age offers an intense and accessible introduction to the distillery's style, without sacrificing complexity.

Why is the whisky only 5 years old?

The 100 Proof range focuses on cask strength and intensity rather than age, and five years is enough for Springbank's signature style to shine through clearly.

Should water be added to Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old?

It can help. A few drops of water tame the high strength and open up the fruit and spice.

Is Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old peated?

Only lightly. The smoke supports the fruit and malt, in line with Springbank's moderate peat level.

Which glass suits Springbank 100 Proof 5 Year Old best?

A Glencairn whisky glass gives the fruit and smoke room to unfold.

What does 100 Proof mean on a whisky label?

It refers to the old British strength scale, where 100 proof equals roughly 57% alcohol.