Slainte Mhath
4.0
Highly anticipated, extremely sought-after, unobtainium - is this controversial bottling actually worth it? Rich, heavy and earthy, the nose highlights molasses, strawberries and tobacco, while the peat is taking a backseat. Plums, cocoa and farmy notes appear. Dense flavors of stewed fruits unfold on the palate before it turns peppery, mineral and slightly peaty. The Springbank DNA is concealed under a thick layer of PX, think sugar-coated funk. Berry purée, oak spices and gentle peat smoke mark the decent finish. A good dram for sure, but it feels a bit forced. RATING: 4.0/5.0 stars ≙ 88 pts → FIRST-CLASS
