{"product_id":"fettercairn-16-year-old-1st-release-2020-1-litre","title":"Fettercairn 16-year-old 1st Release 2020 1 Litre","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eFettercairn 16-year-old 1st Release 2020 1 Litre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Fettercairn 16 year old was released as a core bottling for the Scottish whiskey brand in June 2020. This first bottling for 2020 contains chocolate malted (heavily malted) barley and is initially aged in first fill ex-bourbon American oak barrels. The single malt is then stored in sherry and port casks for the final two years of maturation. As the name suggests, this is the first in a series of single malts of this age for the brand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFettercairn is a respected and historic whiskey distillery located in the picturesque countryside of the Eastern Highlands of Scotland. Known for its exceptional single malt Scotch whisky, the Fettercairn distillery is a beacon of traditional whiskey craftsmanship coupled with innovative techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFounded in 1824, it is one of Scotland's oldest licensed distilleries and attracts whiskey enthusiasts from all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAt the heart of Fettercairn's whiskey production is its unique and traditional distillation process. Known for its distinctive copper cooling ring on the distillation flask, the distillery ensures a pure and flavourful spirit by spraying the flask with cold mountain water during distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis process, along with the use of carefully selected oak barrels for maturation, gives Fettercairn's whiskeys their distinctive character - full-bodied, rich and full of notes of tropical fruits, toasted almonds and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFettercairn Distillery offers a range of age statement whiskeys, each with its unique flavour profile and complexity. From the approachable and vibrant Fettercairn Fior to the deeply aged and opulent Fettercairn 50 Year Old, there is a whiskey to suit every palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDiscover the magic of Fettercairn Distillery, a hidden gem in Scotland's whiskey landscape. Experience the tradition, innovation and exquisite taste of their single malt Scotch whiskey, which is as unique as the distillery itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhether you are a whiskey aficionado or a curious beginner, a visit to Fettercairn or a taste of their remarkable whiskeys is sure to leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e Boozy red berries, toasted teacakes and melted chocolate, with underlying baked earth spiciness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruity coffee, hickory, chocolate again, just a touch of grassy malt, Golden Syrup Cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted oak, plump raisins and candied ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e46.4% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e70cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fettercairn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52786797904210,"sku":"5013967016408","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/9737\/9666\/files\/4044247255.jpg?v=1771940469","url":"https:\/\/whiskysituation.co.uk\/products\/fettercairn-16-year-old-1st-release-2020-1-litre","provider":"Whisky Situation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}