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Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
Springbank

Springbank Distillery was established in 1828 in Campbeltown, Scotland. The distillery is renowned for its traditional whisky-making methods and diverse range of single malts. Owned by J&A Mitchell & Company, it remains one of the few family-owned distilleries in Scotland.​

Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
The kiln

The distillery produces three distinct single malts:​

  • Springbank: A medium-peated whisky distilled two and a half times, offering a complex flavor profile.​
  • Longrow: A heavily peated, double-distilled whisky known for its robust character.​
  • Hazelburn: An unpeated, triple-distilled whisky that is lighter and more delicate.​

Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
Inside the mash tun

Springbank is unique in that it performs every step of the whisky-making process on-site, from malting the barley to bottling the spirit, ensuring complete control over quality. The distillery uses traditional equipment, including copper pot stills and worm-tub condensers, and ages its whiskies in a variety of casks.

Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
The stills

Despite challenges over the years, including economic downturns, Springbank has maintained its commitment to quality and tradition.

Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
Warehouse
Springbank, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Scotland
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