(Batch 18) The nose is very cuddly and sweet, with the peat more mineral than toasted surrounded by ripe plum, dried apricots, candied orange, raisins in spirit, honey and chocolate. Tea leaves, scent of leather. Despite the important gradation, it is fresh and delicate. The warmth of the alcohol is released on the palate, but without biting, pushing the peat that reveals its fleshy side while remaining gentle, a puff of smoke on the sweet notes of caramel, cinnamon, ripe pear, candied orange, lemon zest. Mineral note well present, on the background damp wood and still leather. Rather long finish, of ash, plum, lemon, wood. An unusual yet recognizable Springbank, with a gentle soul that does not hide a rougher side, presenting itself with a varied and complex drink while remaining affordable.