Fettercairn 4th Release 16 Year Old 2023
Floral, Nutty, Hay Like2024-08-08
Smell
The Fettercairn 16 year old unfolds a true malt bomb on the nose that immediately catches the eye. The intense cereal notes are dominant and are accompanied by a clear, fresh hay flavour - without the horses that nobody likes, but with the pleasant freshness of a well-kept stable. A sweet hint of apple sauce and honey brings a pleasant fruitiness, while pineapple and custard powder provide additional exotic and creamy notes.
Taste
On the palate, the Highland whisky has a seductive fig note and a mix of exotic fruits that provide an intense sweetness. The toasted oak brings a complex, woody depth and elegantly complements the flavour experience. The balance between fruitiness and oak is remarkable and gives the whisky a balanced yet exciting flavour.
Finish
The finish of the Fettercairn 16 Year Old is long and round, leaving a lasting impression. The bitter oak provides an interesting twist, while ginger, banana, cocoa sultana and walnut offer a rich and complex finish. This finish is both warm and layered, rounding off the experience in an impressive way.
Thoughts
The Fettercairn 16 year old is a tropical sherry malt that impresses with its cereal and round nature. The ageing process has done this whisky good, and it presents itself as a multi-layered and elegant single malt that impresses both on the nose and the palate. An excellent example of the quality and complexity that Fettercairn has to offer.