Premier Barrel Single Barrel - Fettercairn 8 Year Old 70cl
ABV: 46% | Origin: Fettercairn Distillery, Highlands, Scotland

Premier Barrel Single Barrel - Fettercairn 8 Year Old 70cl is a vibrant and flavorful single malt whisky that highlights the distinctive style of Fettercairn. Aged for 8 years, this expression offers a balanced combination of fruitiness and richness. The nose is inviting with notes of fresh citrus, vanilla, and light oak spice. On the palate, it delivers bright flavors of green apple, honey, and malt, with a subtle underlying warmth from the oak cask. The finish is smooth, with lingering fruit and a touch of spice, making this a delightful and approachable whisky that is perfect for both newcomers and experienced whisky drinkers alike.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Sweet honey, crisp orchard fruits (apple, pear), and a touch of vanilla
• Palate: Fresh mint candy, malty sweetness, toffee, and baked apple hints
• Finish: Medium-length with cereal grains, subtle sage, and lingering fruit

Production Details

• Distillation method: Double distilled in copper pot stills with cooling rings
• Cask type(s):
  • Matured in a single ex-bourbon barrel (American oak)
• Special processes:
  • Aged 8 years in a single cask, yielding 432 ceramic decanters
  • Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, no added color
  • Cooling rings on stills refine spirit, reducing oiliness
  • Independently bottled by Douglas Laing for Premier Barrel series

Perfect For

• Whisky collectors seeking unique single cask releases
• Sipping neat to enjoy its light, fruity character
• Pairing with shortbread, green apples, or mild cheeses
• Gifting in its decorative Victorian-style ceramic bottle
• Exploring Highland malts with a fresh, approachable style

Expert Notes

• From Fettercairn, known for its lighter, purer whiskies via unique still design
• Premier Barrel series highlights Scotland’s finest single casks
• Cooling ring process enhances fruitiness, a Fettercairn signature
• Hand-filled by Douglas Laing, emphasizing artisanal quality
• Balances sweetness and freshness, ideal for malt newcomers

Customer Reviews

• “Honeyed and fruity—light and lovely!” – Euan M. ★★★★★
• “Smooth with a minty kick; great ceramic bottle.” – Kirsty L. ★★★★☆
• “Perfect Highland dram—elegant and crisp!” – Jamie T. ★★★★☆

Interesting Facts

• Fettercairn, founded in 1824, was Speyside’s first licensed distillery
• Cooling rings around still necks create a distinctive, fruity spirit
• Premier Barrel decanters mimic 18th-century advertising flair
• Only 432 bottles from this cask, a true limited edition
• Douglas Laing, established 1948, is a renowned indie bottler

Serving Suggestions

• Sip neat to savor its delicate fruit and malt notes
• Add a splash of water to lift vanilla and mint flavors
• Pair with honey cake, fresh fruit, or smoked salmon
• Serve in a Glencairn glass for aromatic focus
• Try in a light whisky sour for a refreshing twist

Distillery

• Fettercairn Distillery, built in 1824, sits in the Highlands near Aberdeen
• Known for its innovative still design with copper cooling rings