Springbank 2001/2012 Rundlets & Kilderkins 11 years old Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 49,4%

Rundlets and Kilderkins are the small, forgotten cask sizes the whisky world rarely talks about - but they make a clear difference when Springbank puts them to use.

Expert Description

Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins 2001/2012 is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled in November 2001, bottled in January 2012 at 49.4%.

Rundlets and Kilderkins are small wooden casks with a capacity of around 68 litres, which were historically sold directly to the local gentry of Campbeltown. The small size of the casks ensures more contact between whisky and oak during maturation, accelerating the process so the whisky presents as more mature than its actual age suggests. A total of 9,000 bottles were released of this edition, unfiltered and without added colour.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Bold oak character meets dried fruit and a hint of spice from the accelerated cask contact.

Palate

Full and oak-driven with caramel and spiced vanilla, carried by an oily Springbank structure.

Finish

Long and spiced, with a lingering oak note that slowly gives way to a lightly salty close.

Specifications

Name: Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins 2001/2012
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 49.4%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Rundlets & Kilderkins
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: November 2001
Bottled: January 2012
Number of bottles: 9,000
EAN no.: 610854000226

Flavour Profile

Spicy · Creamy · Maritime · Fruity

Did You Know?

Rundlets and Kilderkins are markedly smaller than the standard casks most distilleries use, and the names come from old English cask measures historically used to sell whisky directly to local customers.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins 2001/2012

What are Rundlets & Kilderkins?

They are small wooden casks with a capacity of around 68 litres, historically used to sell whisky directly to the local gentry of Campbeltown.

Is Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins worth it?

Yes - the small casks give an accelerated maturation and a full, oak-driven character that stands out clearly from Springbank's standard releases.

Why does the whisky taste older than it is?

The small casks' larger surface area relative to liquid volume gives more contact between whisky and oak, which speeds up maturation.

How many bottles exist of this release?

A total of 9,000 bottles were released of Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins 2001/2012.

Which glass suits this whisky best?

A Glencairn whisky glass highlights the bold oak character well.

Should Springbank Rundlets & Kilderkins be served with ice?

No, it should be enjoyed neat or with a drop of water to open up the spiced oak notes.