✦ Neatly Summary

Fettercairn 40 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Fettercairn (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, cooked fruit, citric, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

Distilled on 23 December 1977 and matured for 40 years, this Fettercairn was finished in a Gonzales Byass Apostoles palo cortado sherry cask, adding layers of dark fruit and toffee complexity to the distillery's naturally fruity character. At 48.9% ABV, the whisky balances fresh stone fruit with rich, oxidative sherry influences, citrus brightness with balsamic depth, creating a sophisticated and multi-layered palate. A benchmark for how patience and careful cask selection can elevate Highland whisky to elegant maturity.

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