@@TheWhiskyBaron I did the whisky school 2024 april and it is 5 days working at the distillery. One the best things I have ever done. Making whisky and great tastings in the warehouse. You do everything from shoveling barley to bottling the end product. As whisky lover I highly recommend this this school and at the end you get to blend your own whisky. You get to see how much manual hard work goes in to make the best whisky in the world. And the people who work their are the best.
@@cobsonjobban9210 this sounds absolutely amazing! I've heard so many great things about this experience and it's definitely something that I want to do at some point soon. was this your first time in Campbeltown?
we'll let Andrew know that you're thirsty for more Springbank on that side of the pond James! glad you at least got to join us here for a look at what's to come - sláinte my friend
Was at Springbank distillery last week. For the first time. Did a great tour, blended my own Single Malt and tried some stunners from the warehouse (H24yo, SP32yo, L28yo). Also tried a flight of 6 drams of the first 6 KK casks ever been filled. Unforgettable.
ah, incredible Tom - it's an amazing place isn't it! blending your own Springer is a seriously special experience isn't it. what was your favourite part of the tour?
@@TheWhiskyBaron I am doing the Eat,Sleep, Dram, Repeat in late November. I’m expecting it to be very cold but I’m sure the drams will keep me warm at least. Looking forward to a rewarding trip. Cheers
@@TheWhiskyBaron I’ve already started the planning phase leading up to our arrival in Scotland and Campbeltown I hope to maximise our experiences whilst there. It’s a long way from Australia!
Yes it was enjoyable, some friends drop in for lunch and brought a bottle of Dingle which surprised me had some nice flavours.yes I would buy a bottle. Last week l had a trip to the Filey Bay distillery interesting only had core range available not really to my taste. Regards Anthony Regards Anthony
Awesome! We did the Cadenhead's warehouse tasting with Andrew when we were up last year. Absolutely agree with Ian, Barley to Bottle might be expensive but it's also the best value whisky tour I've done. Tasted the new releases at the free drop-in Cadenhead's shop tasting in London this year and they're good stuff, and I was lucky enough to get hold of one of each of the Local Barley, 8CS Kilkerran and Springbank 25 this year too. Sounds like they have a lot of great stuff planned. The Glengyle warehouse tasting sounds really cool, will have to get another trip to Cambeltown in at some point.
such a great tour isn't it! and jaysus Matt, you came away with a haul of Springer this year! I never seem to get my hands on the local barley which is one I'd like on my shelves. another trip to Campbeltown is always something that should be on the books I'd say! sláinte
@@TheWhiskyBaron amazing tour, worth it just for the drams you get to try. I got super lucky this year, first time getting a bottle of local barley - had the flight at the Washback bar when I was there and this year is a good one too I think - shout if you want a sample.
@@MattBu ye, we got to try so much crazy stuff at the bar whilst we were there. Glad you got a bottle of one you liked! And you’re very kind but I genuinely don’t need any more samples and I wouldn’t want to waste your tasty juice. Enjoy it with friends and family (or keep it all to yourself!) sláinte 🥃
Build a new maltings Springbank - there's your bottleneck; if you'll excuse the expression. Then you can run Springbank and Kilkerran 12 months per year! And surely warehousing in Campbeltown is fairly cheap? We were at the Manchester tasting and Andrew was a brilliant host.
I think the fact that Campbeltown rose to fame and then crashed to a shell of its former self has the whole team working in very cautious ways. they don't want to overproduce and run the risk of the same happening again. I agree though Steve and rest assured there's lots going on behind the scenes at the moment to bring more amazing Campbeltown whiskies to the fans. great to hear you made it to the tasting and spot on - Andrew is an absolute gent! sláinte my friend
stay tuned as they're looking at what they can do for new fans and I have no doubt they'll come up with a great solution! has there been anything particular you've been after recently? did you enter the Countdown Collection?
@@kenny222 not on a lot of their releases Kenny - the society is fairly sizeable. plus you've got to remember that a majority of their stocks goes to distributors/retailers
Interesting watch, its such a shame that Springbank is so hard to get a hold off. Its just not accessible for most people surely something they could look at is numbering bottles to try and stop society bottles etc being flipped and websites selling bottles for over inflated prices. Master of malt selling Hazelburn 10 oloroso cask for over £200 Longrow red is just ridiculous prices on there . Making my first trip to Campbelltown for the festival this year for Glen scotia and Springbank days cant wait to try the Longrow 16 port cask.
it's not an easy one to police and even with numbered bottles, tracking it all would be a nightmare. I know what you mean though Colin, it can be frustrating for us Springbank Stans to see whiskies we'd kill for being flipped around. great to hear you're off to Campbeltown later this year, you'll have a ball no doubt! are you going just yourself or do you have a group?
@@TheWhiskyBaron I'm going with a friend and meeting another there , managed to get a house for a couple of days on the outskirts of Campbelltown , I've been unsuccessfully trying to talk my pal into doing the sleep eat dram repeat I'm hoping the festival might persuade him for a future trip.
@@colinmcquade29 amazing stuff! well if the festival doesn't convince him nothing will. I'm always happy to go with you if no one else will - we had the best time ever! have an awesome trip Colin. sláinte my friend
we had two local barleys - i took a society rechar 11 along which was voted top dram but really enjoyed a stoater of a CS12. LB13 was very nice. @@TheWhiskyBaron
I don't know Ian - as such a small business they have a lot of scope to change their minds and decide differently last minute. I'm sure there's a basic plan but we can't be giving everything away in our videos!
@@TheWhiskyBaron @posh (ian) if you're up in May we will get to try the KK20 rum and the KK20 madeira - with a chance to buy both in 35cl bottles (if on the KK warehouse tastings)
sorry Daniel, not sure what's happened there. we had a look at this internally and all seems okay from our end so hopefully it ran smoothly for you after reloading
@@danielwilliams7925 great stuff. thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it! Ian's got lots of exciting stuff upcoming and we may even have a few guests hosting The Enthusiasts Series soon so stay tuned. sláinte!
Hi no I am not sour at all yes I have drunk springbannk and have been drinking whisky for over fifty years and will be in campbelttown for the festivities. Regards Anthony
@@TheWhiskyBaron Yes been there will do must ,admit I am more of a Glen Scotia man the problem I have with Springbank are people charging inflated prices, just about to settle down with a dram of Gordon Macphail Balmenach 2009 Regards Anthony
@@anthonymcquillan4283 I hear you, the secondary market is a frustrating place for Springbank lovers. Not much they can do to stop it though - supply vs. demand puts their brand in a seriously advantageous position on auctions. Glad you've found a solid alternative in GS. sláinte my friend, I hope that Balmenach is going down well!
I’ve visited Springbank twice, the second time I went through the whisky school in July 2023. An amazing place, amazing people and amazing whisky.
you know it Erik! we loved all of Campbeltown, but Springbank in particular is epic. what did the whisky school entail?
@@TheWhiskyBaron I did the whisky school 2024 april and it is 5 days working at the distillery. One the best things I have ever done. Making whisky and great tastings in the warehouse. You do everything from shoveling barley to bottling the end product. As whisky lover I highly recommend this this school and at the end you get to blend your own whisky. You get to see how much manual hard work goes in to make the best whisky in the world. And the people who work their are the best.
@@cobsonjobban9210 this sounds absolutely amazing! I've heard so many great things about this experience and it's definitely something that I want to do at some point soon. was this your first time in Campbeltown?
@@TheWhiskyBaron yes, it was my first time. I think this made it also more special. First 3days on Islay and then 5days of making whisky.
@@cobsonjobban9210 wow, now that's a trip and a half! no doubt you'll be heading back soon
Oh man! What I wouldn't give for a Springbank Society in Victoria, BC, Canada! Massive Scottish heritage here, so it would be a sure fire winner!! 🙏🥃
we'll let Andrew know that you're thirsty for more Springbank on that side of the pond James! glad you at least got to join us here for a look at what's to come - sláinte my friend
Such a treasure trove of information. Thank you for sharing it with the rest of the world 🙏
Thanks for joining us Damir, really glad you’ve enjoyed this sneak peak with Springbank. Stay tuned for lots more! Sláinte 🥃
I saw Andrew when I was at the Cadenhead shop!!!!! good to see you here!!!!! :)
he's an absolute gent isn't he! did you pick up anything tasty?
Was at Springbank distillery last week. For the first time. Did a great tour, blended my own Single Malt and tried some stunners from the warehouse (H24yo, SP32yo, L28yo). Also tried a flight of 6 drams of the first 6 KK casks ever been filled. Unforgettable.
ah, incredible Tom - it's an amazing place isn't it! blending your own Springer is a seriously special experience isn't it. what was your favourite part of the tour?
Excellent whisky geek content. Cheers my friends!
Thanks for tuning in Don and glad you enjoyed it! Lots more to come so stay tuned 🥃🥃 sláinte
Very interesting to get a look at all that is upcoming Ian. Thanks for this.
My pleasure ❤
thanks for tuning in Tim, glad you enjoyed it. Ian's always got his finger on the pulse so stay tuned for more of The Enthusiast Series! sláinte
Great talk and video, Ian!
Glad you enjoyed ❤
thanks for tuning in! lots more to come from The Enthusiast Series so keep your eyes peeled 🥃 sláinte
Thank you Ian for a wonderful sneak peak and interview show. Thoroughly enjoyable. I can’t wait to get there later this year. Cheers!
thanks for joining us Zedman! you'll have an amazing time no doubt; what are you booked in for?
@@TheWhiskyBaron I am doing the Eat,Sleep, Dram, Repeat in late November. I’m expecting it to be very cold but I’m sure the drams will keep me warm at least. Looking forward to a rewarding trip. Cheers
@@zedman8720 the drams will definitely keep you warm! you'll have the best time, make sure to savour every moment. sláinte
@@TheWhiskyBaron I also am excited about learning how Springbank makes the most delicious liquid that we all enjoy.
@@TheWhiskyBaron I’ve already started the planning phase leading up to our arrival in Scotland and Campbeltown I hope to maximise our experiences whilst there. It’s a long way from Australia!
Splendid video many thanks 🙏 from Milano 🇮🇹 ciao 👋 S.
thanks for the support Sandro, so glad to hear you enjoyed it! sláinte
Yes it was enjoyable, some friends drop in for lunch and brought a bottle of Dingle which surprised me had some nice flavours.yes I would buy a bottle.
Last week l had a trip to the Filey Bay distillery interesting only had core range
available not really to my taste.
Regards
Anthony
Regards
Anthony
I haven't had much Dingle but glad you're enjoying a drop! have to agree on the Filey Bay core unfortunately
Awesome! We did the Cadenhead's warehouse tasting with Andrew when we were up last year. Absolutely agree with Ian, Barley to Bottle might be expensive but it's also the best value whisky tour I've done. Tasted the new releases at the free drop-in Cadenhead's shop tasting in London this year and they're good stuff, and I was lucky enough to get hold of one of each of the Local Barley, 8CS Kilkerran and Springbank 25 this year too. Sounds like they have a lot of great stuff planned. The Glengyle warehouse tasting sounds really cool, will have to get another trip to Cambeltown in at some point.
such a great tour isn't it! and jaysus Matt, you came away with a haul of Springer this year! I never seem to get my hands on the local barley which is one I'd like on my shelves. another trip to Campbeltown is always something that should be on the books I'd say! sláinte
@@TheWhiskyBaron amazing tour, worth it just for the drams you get to try. I got super lucky this year, first time getting a bottle of local barley - had the flight at the Washback bar when I was there and this year is a good one too I think - shout if you want a sample.
@@MattBu ye, we got to try so much crazy stuff at the bar whilst we were there. Glad you got a bottle of one you liked! And you’re very kind but I genuinely don’t need any more samples and I wouldn’t want to waste your tasty juice. Enjoy it with friends and family (or keep it all to yourself!) sláinte 🥃
Buzzing to visit in November given the notes on KK
You have a hell of a lot to look forward to! 🥃🥃
Build a new maltings Springbank - there's your bottleneck; if you'll excuse the expression. Then you can run Springbank and Kilkerran 12 months per year! And surely warehousing in Campbeltown is fairly cheap?
We were at the Manchester tasting and Andrew was a brilliant host.
I think the fact that Campbeltown rose to fame and then crashed to a shell of its former self has the whole team working in very cautious ways. they don't want to overproduce and run the risk of the same happening again. I agree though Steve and rest assured there's lots going on behind the scenes at the moment to bring more amazing Campbeltown whiskies to the fans.
great to hear you made it to the tasting and spot on - Andrew is an absolute gent! sláinte my friend
I wish they would reopen the Society - annoying that these tastings are closed to many newer fans. They need to come up with a fix.
There are conversations being had about this, and what can be done 👍
You could sell full-size bottles if you’d made any type of effort to limit it to one per person. Everyone would get one.
stay tuned as they're looking at what they can do for new fans and I have no doubt they'll come up with a great solution! has there been anything particular you've been after recently? did you enter the Countdown Collection?
@@IanBear1000 Ian always with the inside scoop!
@@kenny222 not on a lot of their releases Kenny - the society is fairly sizeable. plus you've got to remember that a majority of their stocks goes to distributors/retailers
Interesting watch, its such a shame that Springbank is so hard to get a hold off. Its just not accessible for most people surely something they could look at is numbering bottles to try and stop society bottles etc being flipped and websites selling bottles for over inflated prices. Master of malt selling Hazelburn 10 oloroso cask for over £200 Longrow red is just ridiculous prices on there .
Making my first trip to Campbelltown for the festival this year for Glen scotia and Springbank days cant wait to try the Longrow 16 port cask.
it's not an easy one to police and even with numbered bottles, tracking it all would be a nightmare. I know what you mean though Colin, it can be frustrating for us Springbank Stans to see whiskies we'd kill for being flipped around. great to hear you're off to Campbeltown later this year, you'll have a ball no doubt! are you going just yourself or do you have a group?
@@TheWhiskyBaron I'm going with a friend and meeting another there , managed to get a house for a couple of days on the outskirts of Campbelltown , I've been unsuccessfully trying to talk my pal into doing the sleep eat dram repeat I'm hoping the festival might persuade him for a future trip.
@@colinmcquade29 amazing stuff! well if the festival doesn't convince him nothing will. I'm always happy to go with you if no one else will - we had the best time ever! have an awesome trip Colin. sláinte my friend
@@TheWhiskyBaron thanks Jake I'd definitely be interested in that slainte
A 20 year old Springbank in Port 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤
Doesn’t get much better than 20Y/O Springbank! 🥃🥃
Ian you'll be getting offered a brand ambassador job at Springbank at this rate!
Form an orderly queue - Andrew and Sal were great hosts in Manchester. It got a wee bit messy later :) I think a few bottles arrived by magic!!!
I wouldn’t say no! 😂❤
if he gets to be a BA I want to be one! he's too busy being BA for us here at The Whisky Baron anyway Richard - I'll do a much better job!
@@iansunderland7444 delighted to hear you got along for a tasting Ian - which was your favourite of the evening?
we had two local barleys - i took a society rechar 11 along which was voted top dram but really enjoyed a stoater of a CS12. LB13 was very nice. @@TheWhiskyBaron
Longrow Ruby Port 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤
Speaking my language on that one! Love a good Longrow in sherry/wine/port 🥃
Andrew does know what's happening with the Madeira 20yo! If he doesn't he needs to speak to David Allen :)
I don't know Ian - as such a small business they have a lot of scope to change their minds and decide differently last minute. I'm sure there's a basic plan but we can't be giving everything away in our videos!
@@TheWhiskyBaron @posh (ian) if you're up in May we will get to try the KK20 rum and the KK20 madeira - with a chance to buy both in 35cl bottles (if on the KK warehouse tastings)
@@iansunderland7444 I’m not sure any of us have tickets to the Springbank events this year unfortunately! Lucky you though 🥃🥃
@@TheWhiskyBaron any of you headed to the festival? We usually have a few decent bottles to dram with friends :)
@@iansunderland7444 Ian will be there early on but Stevie and I are busy unfortunately. hoping to go for the whole thing next year
Very glitchy video at the start. Had to reload the video.
Sorry to hear, hope you got it working
sorry Daniel, not sure what's happened there. we had a look at this internally and all seems okay from our end so hopefully it ran smoothly for you after reloading
@@TheWhiskyBaron yeah seemed fine after. Guess it was a CZcams thing. Great video btw.
@@danielwilliams7925 great stuff. thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it! Ian's got lots of exciting stuff upcoming and we may even have a few guests hosting The Enthusiasts Series soon so stay tuned. sláinte!
What a lot of hype about something you can’t get hold of.
Anthony
You sound a little sour there Anthony; are you a member of the Springbank Society?
Hi no I am not sour at all yes I have drunk springbannk and have been drinking whisky for over fifty years and will be in campbelttown
for the festivities.
Regards
Anthony
@@anthonymcquillan729 if you’re heading to Campbeltown you’ll absolutely be able to get your hands on it then!
@@TheWhiskyBaron Yes been there will do must ,admit I am more of a Glen Scotia man the problem I have with Springbank are people charging inflated prices, just about to settle down with a dram of Gordon Macphail Balmenach 2009
Regards
Anthony
@@anthonymcquillan4283 I hear you, the secondary market is a frustrating place for Springbank lovers. Not much they can do to stop it though - supply vs. demand puts their brand in a seriously advantageous position on auctions. Glad you've found a solid alternative in GS.
sláinte my friend, I hope that Balmenach is going down well!