Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023
Springbank has been the talk of the town in recent years. Now that prices have slowly normalised, one could almost dare to buy a bottle of the 10 years or even reach for the cask strength? However, if you want to get to grips with the Campbeltown region, there is - alongside Glen Scotia - the Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt, which is released almost every year. Today we have the 2023 version in our glass.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Cold smoke and a wet towel open up your nose. Sounds worse than it is. With a little kiwi, cement and green apple, the result is a really exciting olfactory profile, as the flavours almost form a work of art in composition. Incidentally, every now and then there is a flash of an odour reminiscent of a chainsaw after pruning.
Palate
The blended malt from the Cambeltown region is oily and soft on the tongue. A very special pepper - namely Madagascar pepper (the flavour - not the spiciness) opens intensely, but clears the way relatively quickly for an almost dried-out riverbed of bittersweet coffee chocolate.
Finish
The long finish is accompanied by cold smoke, a little oak and spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg.
Thoughts
Marcel 81/100
This Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 is like a jazzy evening with friends – imperfect, lively, and full of surprises. The smoky and fruity notes run wild without losing any of the fun. For anyone looking for something different, this is a genuine drinking pleasure with character.
Sascha 80/100
The Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 impresses with its balanced structure between smoke, fruitiness, and spices that blend harmoniously. Its complex aroma profile and long finish make it a solid example of a well-priced Campbeltown blended malt with good balance.
Value for Money: Excellent
💸 This whisky offers an outstanding value for money and is our value pick.
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What sets the Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 apart from other Campbeltown whiskies?
The Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 is a blended malt that combines typical Campbeltown notes like cold smoke and spicy aromas with an unusual mix of kiwi, green apple, and a hint of chainsaw wood. It offers an oily and soft texture with an intense flavor of Madagascar pepper and bittersweet coffee chocolate, distinguishing it from single malts from the region.
Why does the Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 have no age statement (NAS)?
The Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 is a NAS whisky (No Age Statement), meaning no minimum age is indicated on the bottle. This allows the producer to blend different vintages to ensure a consistent flavor profile or to incorporate new aromas.
How does the 46% alcohol content affect the taste of the Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023?
At 46% ABV, the Campbeltown Loch Edition 2023 is slightly above the usual standard of 40-43%. This higher alcohol content enhances the aromas, provides more depth, and delivers a more intense mouthfeel without being too harsh, particularly supporting the spicy notes and the long smoky finish.