Fettercairn
Warehouse 14
- 51.2
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Highlands
Fettercairn Distillery was founded by Sir Alexander Ramsay. He was one of the Scottish landowners who campaigned to license Scotch Whisky distillation. In 1824, he was one of the first to apply for a license, and the Fettercairn distillery was opened. Located in the town of Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire, the distillery was brought by Sir John Gladstone in 1829. His son, Sir William Gladstone served as British Prime Minister over four terms...
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Fettercairn Distillery was founded by Sir Alexander Ramsay. He was one of the Scottish landowners who campaigned to license Scotch Whisky distillation. In 1824, he was one of the first to apply for a license, and the Fettercairn distillery was opened. Located in the town of Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire, the distillery was brought by Sir John Gladstone in 1829. His son, Sir William Gladstone served as British Prime Minister over four terms during the 19th century. The family owned the distillery until 1939. Today it is part of Whyte and Mackay, with a capacity of 2.2 million litres a year.
Back in the 1950’s, Fettercairn changed the character of its whisky to make it lighter, and fresher which is what the blenders at the time wanted. Remember at this time blend was king. The manager, at the time, Alistair Menzies came up with a novel way to do this. They run cold water down the side of the still during distillation. This cools the spirit, allowing more contact with the copper, reflux, and so a softer spirit.
Fettercairn crafted Warehouse 14 using a handpicked selection of ex-Bourbon barrels and local beer barrels. The spirit, which flowed from the Fettercairn stills in 2016, has been maturing in Fettercairn Warehouse 14 ever since, filling these barrels and imbuing them with its unique character.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Natural colour of shimmering gold
Nose - Vanilla, myriads of enticing tropical fruits, honey and floral charm
Taste - Warm toasty maltiness, tropical fruits with layers of crème caramel, apricot tart, cacao, soft wood spices and a pleasing nuttiness
Back in the 1950’s, Fettercairn changed the character of its whisky to make it lighter, and fresher which is what the blenders at the time wanted. Remember at this time blend was king. The manager, at the time, Alistair Menzies came up with a novel way to do this. They run cold water down the side of the still during distillation. This cools the spirit, allowing more contact with the copper, reflux, and so a softer spirit.
Fettercairn crafted Warehouse 14 using a handpicked selection of ex-Bourbon barrels and local beer barrels. The spirit, which flowed from the Fettercairn stills in 2016, has been maturing in Fettercairn Warehouse 14 ever since, filling these barrels and imbuing them with its unique character.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Natural colour of shimmering gold
Nose - Vanilla, myriads of enticing tropical fruits, honey and floral charm
Taste - Warm toasty maltiness, tropical fruits with layers of crème caramel, apricot tart, cacao, soft wood spices and a pleasing nuttiness
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig