Fettercairn 1975 33 Year Old The Perfect Dram

Fettercairn 24 Year Old 1990 Malts of Scotland

I have very little experience with Fettercairn. This is only my 7th so far. It is also the second by Malts of Scotland. I remember the first well – a 22 Year Old from 1990 on a bourbon cask – and found it quite nice. This is also a distillate from 1990, but matured for two years longer on a sherry cask. I am curious. The nose is sweet and fruity,...

Score 86/100

Fettercairn 2009/2015 Glenkeir Treasures

November 2015, on my way to visit my little sister, who studies at Aberystwyth University I made a quick stop in the city Oxford, to stretch my legs, take in some culture,… and of course find a whisky shop. And as so many British cities the independent liquor merchant has been replaced by a shop from “The Whisky Shop” chain. I’m going to be...

Score 74/100

Fettercairn 30 y.o (1966-1996)

This is another dram I was fortunate enough to sample. NOSE: smoky pickled veggies (cucumbers in particular). Vanilla, very delicate, very nuanced. Dry woody nose with fresh fruits underneath those pickles. With time these pickles completely disappear, giving way to floral notes, spices, some strawberry jam, honey dried fruit and shortbread. ...

Score 83/100

Fettercairn Fior

About 5 years ago Fettercairn repositioned the brand as (self proclaimed) premium and in fairness it is well presented. This is my first Fettercairn expression but that’s not surprising considering 95% of the spirit produced goes into Whyte & Mackay blends. Bottled at 42% and the colour is dark amber. The nose is earthy, dried leather, a...

Score 88/100