Fercullen Falls Blended Irish 15 Year Whiskey
Fercullen Falls 15 Year Whiskey is a premium blend from the renowned Powerscourt Distillery, crafted with a meticulous balance of malt and grain whiskeys. With a 50/50 composition, the malt whiskey is aged in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, imparting layers of vanilla and oak, while the grain whiskey matures in a combination of ex-bourbon and new heavy char oak casks, adding depth and richness.
Bottled at 43% ABV, this blend marks a significant milestone for the distillery, as it includes its own distilled whiskey for the first time. Fercullen Falls 15 Year offers a harmonious blend of complexity and elegance, perfect for both connoisseurs and those exploring premium Irish whiskeys.
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is a bottle for the Irish whiskey drinker who has moved past the everyday pour and enjoys a story in the glass. Aged fifteen years and built as an even 50/50 blend of malt and grain whiskey, it pairs malt rested in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels with grain matured in ex-bourbon and new heavy char oak casks. Expect cinnamon, fresh orchard fruit and brown sugar toffee on the nose, then a creamy palate of vanilla icing and malt spice warmed by peppery clove, finishing long with lingering spice and oak. What makes it feel considered is the milestone behind it: this blend marks the first time Powerscourt Distillery in County Wicklow has included its own distilled whiskey. Give it for a milestone birthday, a retirement, or Father's Day, to someone who savors a slow neat pour in a tulip glass or a well-made Old Fashioned. At 43% ABV it is approachable for those exploring premium Irish whiskey, yet layered enough to hold a seasoned connoisseur's attention.
Pairs well with
- Creamy cheese board — The whiskey's creamy texture and malt richness echo soft, creamy cheeses while its clove spice cuts through their richness.
- Dark chocolate after dinner — Notes of brown sugar, toffee and vanilla icing play naturally against the bittersweet depth of dark chocolate.
- Father's Day gift — A 15 year Irish blend with warm baking spice and a long oaky finish suits a dad who likes a slow, contemplative pour.
Questions about this bottle
What is Fercullen Falls 15 Year made from?
It is a 50/50 blend of malt and grain whiskeys. The malt whiskey is aged in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, while the grain whiskey matures in a combination of ex-bourbon and new heavy char oak casks. The blend carries a 15 year age statement.
What does it taste like?
The nose offers cinnamon, fresh orchard fruits, a hint of herbs, brown sugar, toffee and malt sweetness. The palate is smooth and creamy, with vanilla icing, malt spice and subtle oak balanced by peppery clove. The finish is long and warming, drying slightly, with lingering spice and oak.
How should I drink it?
Enjoy it neat in a tulip glass to appreciate its aromas, or over a large ice cube to mellow it slightly while keeping its character. It also makes a Fercullen Old Fashioned: 2 oz whiskey, a sugar cube and three dashes of Angostura bitters, stirred over ice with an orange peel.
Why is this release notable for Powerscourt Distillery?
This blend marks a significant milestone for Powerscourt Distillery in County Wicklow, as it includes the distillery's own distilled whiskey for the first time. It is bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750 ml bottle.