Glenfarclas 1953 Sherry Cask The Family Casks

Glenfarclas 1986 Sherry Cask

This Family Cask bottling was matured in a refill sherry puncheon, producing 521 bottles. Nose: There is light sherry influence of the dried fruits variety, but it is somewhat muted. Rising above the sherry are distinct oak and vanilla notes. There is also an underlying sweetness. Adding some water brings the sherry notes out more, and makes it...

Score 85/100

Glenfarclas Old Speyside 1966

I got a sample of this special bottle for my 40th birthday from a good friend. It's the Old Speyside 1966/2006 40 Year Old M&H Cask of which only 270 bottles were filled. All connoisseurs seems to agree that this is actually a Glenfarclas. Glenfarclas is one of the last family owned distilleries. They called themselves Glenlivet around 1850,...

Score 91/100

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

First vapor: Marvelous cherry. Nose: Cherry/vanilla-walnut/nectarine, most dominantly. Beyond this, some complex layers can be pulled out: Eucalyptus and fresh red plum flesh. Leather fogs these impressions-- and adds depth. Bold and dynamic. Palate: Leather and caramel, with vanilla. (Just a tad lime rind.) A strong walnut sensation grows from...

Score 95/100

Glenfarclas 105 20 Year Old

This is a special bottling of the already awesome Glenfarclas 105, matured in sherry casks for 20 years. Served up at an eye-watering 60% ABV this single malt is not to be messed with! The nose is strong and floral with an intense rose garland aroma. Strong sugars, flowing jaggery and a sprinkle of black pepper spices make up the dominant nose....

Score 94/100