Product Description:
A Speyside institution—25 years of sherry-soaked splendour. Glenfarclas 25 Year Old is one of the greats of Speyside. Aged exclusively in 100% Oloroso sherry casks, it’s a whisky that speaks fluently of time, wood, and craft. Produced by the Grant family—custodians of Glenfarclas since 1865—this is a masterclass in old-school Highland whisky making, with no shortcuts and zero flash.
Expect a whisky that trades youthful punch for quiet complexity. The cask influence is there, but elegant: fruitcake, roasted nuts, espresso and dark chocolate are all woven through its silken structure. Gold medal recognition at the 2019 International Spirits Challenge confirms what whisky fans have known for decades—this bottle delivers, every time.
Whether enjoyed as a contemplative after-dinner pour or saved for rare occasions, Glenfarclas 25 is a benchmark in aged Scotch that’s both generous and grounded.
The Maker
Founded in 1836 by Robert Hay and in the hands of the Grant family since 1865, Glenfarclas stands as one of the last truly independent Speyside distilleries. Its identity has been shaped by continuity — six generations of family custodianship — and by a fierce commitment to autonomy under the banner “The Spirit of Independence.” From its red-doored stillhouse at the foot of Ben Rinnes, Glenfarclas has remained a steadfast producer of richly sherried single malt, crafted in stills that are the largest and last directly fired in Speyside.
The distillery is a working piece of history, where traditional dunnage warehouses line the courtyard and whisky breathes slowly in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. With a capacity of four million litres a year, the scale is impressive, but the methods remain resolutely traditional. This balance of heritage and capability has allowed Glenfarclas to maintain one of the broadest ranges of age-statement single malts in Scotland, including the revered Family Cask series dating back to the early 1950s.
Philosophy
Glenfarclas believes in whisky as a legacy — not a commodity. That conviction underpins everything from its commitment to sherry cask maturation to its family-led independence. Rather than chasing trends or outsourcing production, the distillery has stayed true to a style defined by depth, richness, and patience. The use of Oloroso casks is not a flourish but a foundation, building layers of dried fruit, nuttiness, and spice that have become synonymous with the house character.
This philosophy has earned Glenfarclas recognition as Distiller of the Year on multiple occasions, but accolades are secondary to continuity. For the Grants, stewardship means safeguarding tradition while offering whisky lovers access to a spectrum of ages and strengths — from the approachable 12 Year Old to the uncompromising 105 Cask Strength. In every expression, the underlying message is the same: whisky should speak of place, craft, and time, not marketing.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Subtle sherry lift
Hints of menthol and dried apricots over classic Oloroso tones—fruitcake, oak spice, and a gentle earthy funk.
PALATE
– Tangy and textured
Juicy red apple and gingerbread mingle with nutty chocolate, creamy barley and a touch of coffee.
FINISH
– Long and layered
Buttery, oaky and faintly smoky with notes of cocoa, salted nuts and a subtle ashy edge.
Reviews & Accolades
“This flavorful single malt offers enticing caramel on nose and palate, enlivened with marmalade and spicy cinnamon... finishes with salted caramel, dark chocolate and orange peel.” – Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points
“A delicious holiday warmer... warm apple tart, raisins, pfeffernusse cookies and winter spice. A lengthy finish brings chocolate cake and glazed orange.” – David Fleming, Whisky Advocate, 90 Points (2021)
“Shows some staggering age – seemingly way beyond the 25-year age statement.” – Jim Murray
Gold Medal – Distillers’ Single Malts 21 Years & Over, 2019 International Spirits Challenge
Double Gold Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2009
Finer Details:
Style - Scotch Whisky
Country - Scotland
Region - Speyside
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 43%
Closure - Cork
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