Fercullen 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey 750mL

Fercullen 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Single Malt Irish Whiskey | Aged 21 Years | Bourbon, Oloroso & Pedro Ximénez Cask Influence | Ireland | 46% ABV | 92 Proof | 750mL

Process & Profile

Fercullen 21 Year Old brings together mature Irish single malts selected by The Powerscourt Distillery. Bourbon-cask whiskey forms the foundation, married with components finished in Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks. The result pairs the gentle sweetness of long maturation with a richer dried-fruit character.

The sherry casks draw inspiration from the bodegas of Andalucía in southern Spain. Their influence adds depth to a whiskey that retains the fruit and vanilla associated with its bourbon-matured base. Bottled at 46% ABV, this expression offers a layered sipping experience for drinkers exploring older Irish single malt.

This is a bottle to open when there is time to settle into a tasting. A first impression of fresh fruit and soft sweetness gives way to darker, more rounded flavors, making it an appealing addition to a tasting lineup alongside younger Irish whiskeys or other sherry-influenced malts.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honeydew melon, lychee, vanilla fudge, pear drops and soft leather.
• Palate: Vanilla fudge, dried fruit, dark chocolate, orange oil and hazelnut.
• Finish: Sweet fudge, candied cherries and fruitcake, followed by drying spice.

What Makes It Special

• 21-year age statement: An opportunity to explore the depth of a well-matured Irish single malt.
• Bourbon-cask foundation: Mature single malt provides the core of the marriage.
• Two sherry influences: Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez finishing components add a different dimension to the bourbon base.
• 46% ABV: Bottled at 92 proof for a focused, flavorful sipping experience.
• Powerscourt selection: Released under the Fercullen name by The Powerscourt Distillery in County Wicklow.

How to Enjoy

Start with a small neat pour in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass and allow it a few minutes to open. Taste before adding water; then try a few drops if you would like to explore how the aromas change. For a side-by-side tasting, compare it with a bourbon-cask Irish malt to pick out the sherry contribution.

The maker suggests Spanish salted almonds, nougat with nuts, or rich fruit accompaniments. Serve small portions and keep the flavors simple so the whiskey remains the focus. It also makes a thoughtful after-dinner pour for a quiet tasting with friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What kind of whiskey is Fercullen 21 Year Old?
   It is a single malt Irish whiskey with a 21-year age statement, released by The Powerscourt Distillery.

2. Which casks influence this expression?
   The marriage combines bourbon-matured single malt with Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry-finished whiskey.

3. What size and strength is this bottle?
   This listing is for 750mL at 46% alcohol by volume, equivalent to 92 proof.

4. How should I serve it?
   Begin neat in a tasting glass, then add a few drops of water to suit your preference. Give each pour time to develop before tasting again.

5. Where can I buy Fercullen 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
   You can purchase Fercullen 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey 750mL from The Barrel Tap. Check the listing for current availability and delivery options.