Kilchoman 2008/2011 Single Cask FC Whisky Denmark 5 Islay Malt Whisky 61%

The fifth and last known cask in the FC Whisky Denmark series is a direct, young and powerful single cask — a closing chapter in the story of how Kilchoman was discovered by Danish whisky enthusiasts.

Expert's description

Kilchoman 2008/2011 Single Cask FC Whisky Denmark 5 is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 3 years old from a single bourbon cask and bottled at cask strength, 61 %.

The whisky was distilled on 14 August 2008 and bottled on 3 October 2011 from bourbon cask number 400/2008. Only 250 bottles exist in total, making it one of the most limited releases in the FC Whisky Denmark series.

As the fifth and last known release in the series, it represents the close of a period when Kilchoman regularly selected individual casks specifically for the Danish market — a practice that has since become a rare exception rather than the rule.

Tasting notes

Nose

Young, sharp peat smoke meets citrus peel and vanilla sweetness, with a light saline undercurrent.

Palate

Powerful and spiced at cask strength, with peppery smoke, honey and a distinctly oily texture.

Finish

Long and intense, with lingering smoke and a dry, mineral finish.

Specifications

Name: Kilchoman 2008/2011 Single Cask FC Whisky Denmark 5 Islay Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: Kilchoman
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 3 years
ABV: 61 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon Cask No. 400/2008
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Distilled: 14 August 2008
Bottled: 3 October 2011
Number of bottles: 250 bottles
Edition: Single Cask Release, FC Whisky Denmark 5

Flavour profile

Peated · Cask strength · Young · Citrus-fresh · Maritime

Investment potential

High. Only 250 bottles exist of this cask, the last known one in a now-discontinued series of single casks for the Danish market.

Did you know?

The FC Whisky Denmark series spans distillation years from 2007 to 2008, and this cask from August 2008 is the last known one in the line — a small but distinct chapter in the story of how Kilchoman found its first Danish fans.

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Frequently asked questions about Kilchoman 2008/2011 Single Cask FC Whisky Denmark 5 Islay Single Malt Whisky

Is this the last release in the FC Whisky Denmark series?

Yes, it's the fifth and last known cask in the series, which spanned the distillery's first couple of production years.

How many bottles exist of this cask?

Only 250 bottles in total, making it one of the most limited releases in the series.

Is this whisky worth it for a collector?

Yes, the combination of an early distillation date, cask strength and a very limited run as the last in a discontinued series makes it a rare opportunity.

What does cask strength mean?

The whisky is bottled straight from the cask with no water added, giving a higher ABV and a more intense flavour experience.

How does an early Kilchoman single cask like this taste?

It's raw and direct in style, with sharp smoke and an oily texture that shows the spirit's youthful energy from the distillery's early years.

Should this whisky be diluted with water?

At cask strength, it's recommended to taste it neat first and add only a very few drops of water if needed, to open up the aromas.