Experimental de Christian Drouin Springbank Cask Finish 19 Year Old Calvados (700ml)

Christian Drouin's relationship with Springbank is not new. Nearly twenty years ago the Campeltown distillery used their calvados casks for aging a parcel of whisky. Drouin are now returning the compliment in this unique collaboration that marks five years of the Experimental range. The challenge was to harmonize Calvados' rich apple flavours with the slightly peaty notes of Springbank. After five months finishing in eight barrels, the brandy has achieved a unique and complex profile, seducing with its subtle balance of roasted apple sweetness and West Highland smoke. Guillaume Drouin adds, "Springbank is one of the most esteemed distilleries among connoisseurs. For us it was a great emotion to work with their barrels.” Lovers of single malt may find a satisfying 'malternative' in this genuine limited edition - just 2,130 bottles are available globally. 50.4% Alc./Vol.

Notes from the producers... The nose opens with deep notes of toasted apples with smoky aromas. It evolves then on aromas of plum and clafouti with slightly earthy accents. On the palate it is rich, opulent, structured, marked by toasted notes. The peat expresses itself in the finish. A majestic calvados of strength and power.