Fettercairn 13 yo 1993/2007

Fettercairn 13 yo 1993/2007

Authentic Collection, WM Cadenhead
Single malt - East Highlands
Straw
59% ABV
Sampler

Nose: Mint, raisins, prunes, leather, toffee, chocolate, hints of brown sugar. With water, sweeter, strawberries, lemon sweets.
Mouthfeel: Light body, smooth, tingly, warm.
Tasting: Bitter sweet. Mint, raisins, prunes, leather, brown sugar, vanilla, strawberries, hints of leather. With water, sweeter, lemon sweets, orange peel.
Finish: Medium. Prunes, toffee, leather, walnuts.

Comments:

Light, yet complex. Sweet, strong and redolent of dried fruit neat, then opens up, turning more delicate and fruitier with a touch of water. Very tasty, needs just a little bit of water. Adding too much destroys the balance.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.