Thompson Brothers Whisky Sample Fettercairn 2006 14 Year Old 2021 Release (30ml, 55.1%)

Tasting Notes

Nose: An explosion of tropical fruit salad. It opens with juicy pineapple, passion fruit, and tinned peaches. Beneath the fruit, there is a distinct creaminess—think coconut macaroons and lemon shortbread. As it breathes, you’ll find a touch of candied ginger and white pepper, with a very faint, nostalgic hint of old dresser drawers and dusty paper.

Palate: The arrival is oily and vibrant. The tropical theme continues with mango and grilled pineapple, but it’s balanced by a savory, bready backbone of raw pastry dough and honeyed toast. Mid-palate, it turns slightly "green" and spicy, with notes of Thai basil, mint leaves, and a warming prickle of pink peppercorns.

Finish: Long, clean, and waxy. It leaves a lingering impression of lemon meringue pie and vanilla bean, ending on a dry, slightly mineral note of chalk and olive oil.

Why it's special

• Refill Wood Perfection: Fettercairn spirit is delicate. By using refill barrels, Phil and Simon ensured the spirit didn't get "over-oaked." You are tasting the result of the distillery's unique production process (the cooling rings) rather than just the barrel.

• The "Dramface" Favorite: This bottling was highly praised by enthusiasts (notably on the Dramface platform) for its value-to-quality ratio. It helped change the narrative around Fettercairn from a "blenders' malt" to a high-tier single malt destination.