Speyburn
15 Years Old
- 46
- 15 Years Old
- 70cl
- Taste: 2
- Speyside
Speyburn Distillery is located in Rothes, Speyside. Founded in 1897 by John Hopkins, a former employee of the iconic Glenlivet Distillery, the distillery was built in the Speyside region, known for its abundant natural resources and ideal conditions for whisky production. The distillery faced financial challenges early on, and during its first few decades, it changed ownership several times. Despite these challenges, Speyburn managed to produce whisky and established a...
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Speyburn Distillery is located in Rothes, Speyside. Founded in 1897 by John Hopkins, a former employee of the iconic Glenlivet Distillery, the distillery was built in the Speyside region, known for its abundant natural resources and ideal conditions for whisky production.
The distillery faced financial challenges early on, and during its first few decades, it changed ownership several times. Despite these challenges, Speyburn managed to produce whisky and established a reputation for its quality single malt. After surviving the Prohibition era in the United States, Speyburn began to gain recognition for its whiskies. During this time, it underwent various renovations and expansions to modernise its facilities.
In 2001, Inver House Distillers acquired Speyburn, bringing stability and investment to the distillery. This allowed for further improvements in production and marketing efforts. Today, the distillery continues to produce single malt Scotch whiskies, maintaining a traditional Speyside style with a focus on fruitiness and smoothness.
To create this charming 15 year old single malt scotch whisky the team at Speyburn have used both ex-American and ex-Spanish oak casks. Left to steep for a decade and a half, the spirit is endowed with deep rich flavours from the barrels before being combined by the master distillers to produce this splendid Speyside dram.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Amber with gold highlights.
Nose - Hints of rich dark chocolate with spicy notes of raisins, zesty citrus fruits and vanilla.
Taste - On the palate there are notes of oranges, toffee, vanilla and leather, all wrapped together with a gentle spice. The long lasting finish has a warming spice which is sweet and creamy.
The distillery faced financial challenges early on, and during its first few decades, it changed ownership several times. Despite these challenges, Speyburn managed to produce whisky and established a reputation for its quality single malt. After surviving the Prohibition era in the United States, Speyburn began to gain recognition for its whiskies. During this time, it underwent various renovations and expansions to modernise its facilities.
In 2001, Inver House Distillers acquired Speyburn, bringing stability and investment to the distillery. This allowed for further improvements in production and marketing efforts. Today, the distillery continues to produce single malt Scotch whiskies, maintaining a traditional Speyside style with a focus on fruitiness and smoothness.
To create this charming 15 year old single malt scotch whisky the team at Speyburn have used both ex-American and ex-Spanish oak casks. Left to steep for a decade and a half, the spirit is endowed with deep rich flavours from the barrels before being combined by the master distillers to produce this splendid Speyside dram.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Amber with gold highlights.
Nose - Hints of rich dark chocolate with spicy notes of raisins, zesty citrus fruits and vanilla.
Taste - On the palate there are notes of oranges, toffee, vanilla and leather, all wrapped together with a gentle spice. The long lasting finish has a warming spice which is sweet and creamy.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig