{"product_id":"springbank-society-hazelburn-16-year-old-ruby-port-finished-2023-release-30ml-50-8","title":"Springbank Whisky Sample Society Hazelburn 16 Year Old Ruby Port Finished 2023 Release (30ml, 50.8%)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpringbank Whisky Sample Society Hazelburn 16 Year Old Ruby Port Finished 2023 Release (30ml, 50.8%)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-101\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-101\"\u003eHazelburn 16 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-101\"\u003e is a rare and highly sought-after \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-101\"\u003eSpringbank Society\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-101 citation-end-101\"\u003e exclusive.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-100 citation-end-100\"\u003eReleased in late 2023, it represents a departure from the usual sherry or bourbon maturations often seen in the Hazelburn range, opting instead for a deep, vinous journey through Ruby Port wood.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-99 citation-end-99\"\u003eTriple-distilled and unpeated, the Hazelburn spirit acts as a clean, oily canvas that allows the bold character of the port to create a \"dark\" and sophisticated Campbeltown dram.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Rich and jammy. Aromas of macerated blackberries, red grape juice, and boozy Christmas cake. Beneath the fruit, there are deeper notes of ginger snaps, tea leaves, and a hint of damp dunnage warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Thick and syrupy. A massive arrival of dark cherries, milk chocolate, and blackcurrant cordial. It’s not just sweet; it carries a savory depth with notes of almond paste and roasted coffee beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Long and drying. The sweetness of the port fades into a sophisticated oak spice and red apple skindryness, with a lingering hint of tobacco and dark cocoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this bottle is special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDouble Port Maturation:\u003c\/b\u003e Most port-influenced whiskies only see a short finish. \u003cspan class=\"citation-94 citation-end-94\"\u003eThis Hazelburn lived in port wood for its entire 16-year life (13 years refill + 3 years fresh), resulting in an incredible depth of color and a structural \"dark fruit\" profile that is rare for unpeated spirit.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Triple-Distilled Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Hazelburn is known for being light and floral. Seeing that delicate spirit stand up to 16 years of heavy Ruby Port creates a fascinating contrast—a \"powerhouse\" Hazelburn that retains its elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-93\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-93\"\u003eExtreme Rarity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-93 citation-end-93\"\u003e With a tiny outturn of just 1,610 small bottles, this is a \"blink and you'll miss it\" release.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It is a true collector's artifact from the world’s most famous independent distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chameleon Whisky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52786427068691,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/9383\/1699\/files\/SpringbankSocietyHazelburn16YearOldRubyPortFinished2023Release.jpg?v=1770043576","url":"https:\/\/chameleonwhisky.com\/products\/springbank-society-hazelburn-16-year-old-ruby-port-finished-2023-release-30ml-50-8","provider":"Chameleon Whisky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}