Isle Of Fionia Little Isle Nyborg Distilery Organic Danish Single Malt Whisky 70 cl 43%

In the old train depot in Nyborg, Funen, where freight wagons once waited, a distillery now makes whisky. Isle of Fionia Little Isle is where that story begins – gentle, fruity and matured in three very different cask types.

Expert description

Isle of Fionia Little Isle is an organic Danish Single Malt Whisky bottled at 43%. Distilled at Isle of Fionia / Nyborg Distillery in Nyborg, Funen, Little Isle is the primary entry into the distillery’s range. The whisky is matured in three cask types: first fill Bourbon casks, Port wine casks and STR casks – white oak casks that have been Shaved, Toasted and Re-charred to maximise cask influence without harsh tannins. The combination creates a rounded, fruity whisky with broad appeal. EAN: 5712631000087.

Tasting notes

Nose

Soft and inviting with vanilla, light honey and ripe fruit. Peach and apricot from the Bourbon cask, a hint of dark berry from the Port wine cask and a warm vanilla-wood note from the STR cask.

Palate

Round and approachable with enveloping fruit sweetness, light oak and a whisper of warm spice. The broad cask combination makes for a whisky that comes at you from all sides at once.

Finish

Medium length with a light warm oak note and a fruity-sweet fade.

Specifications

Name: Isle of Fionia Little Isle
Distillery: Isle of Fionia / Nyborg Distillery
Region/Country: Funen, Denmark
Type: Organic Danish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill Bourbon casks, Port wine casks, STR white oak casks
Natural colour: Yes
EAN: 5712631000087

Flavour profile

Fruity · Gentle · Sweet · Vanilla

Did you know?

STR stands for Shaved, Toasted and Re-charred – a method for reactivating used casks by removing the depleted wood layer, then re-toasting and re-charring them. It delivers a different sweetness compared to a fresh first fill cask.

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Frequently asked questions about Isle of Fionia Little Isle

What is Isle of Fionia Little Isle?

Little Isle is Nyborg Distillery’s entry-level expression – an organic Danish Single Malt Whisky at 43%, matured in three cask types: first fill Bourbon casks, Port wine casks and STR white oak casks. Gentle, fruity and widely approachable.

What does Little Isle taste like?

Fruity-sweet and gentle with vanilla, light honey and notes of peach and apricot from the Bourbon cask. The Port cask adds a touch of dark berry while the STR casks contribute extra warmth and sweetness. A rounded and accessible whisky.

What are STR casks?

STR stands for Shaved, Toasted and Re-charred. Used casks have the oldest wood layer removed before being re-toasted and re-charred. The result is a cask that can deliver sweetness and aroma again, with a slightly different character compared to a fresh first fill cask.

Is Little Isle a good gift?

Yes – its broad and accessible profile makes Little Isle an ideal choice for both whisky enthusiasts and curious newcomers. It works across taste preferences and is easy to enjoy from the very first dram.

Is Isle of Fionia organic?

Yes, the entire production is based on 100% organic barley. Organic farming is a core element of Nyborg Distillery’s philosophy and sets them apart from many other distilleries.

What is Nyborg Distillery?

Nyborg Distillery is the producer behind Isle of Fionia. Located in the historic DSB train depot in Nyborg, Funen, it is today one of Denmark’s most highly regarded craft distilleries. They won Distillery of the Year 2025.