Here we have an absolute classic Speysider from a long-time family-owned distillery. This 25 year old single malt from Glenfarclas spent its days in 100% Oloroso sherry casks. It’s complex and delicately sherried, a whisky that’s sure not to disappoint. It won gold at the 2019 International Spirits Challenge and makes a great after dinner treat. Awesome.
A touch of menthol. Classic Sherry notes, less pronounced than the 15 year old perhaps, but the complexity is greater.
Incredibly clean central palate, but amazingly tangy. Really zingy top notes. Sherry and creamy barley, hints of gingerbread and nutty chocolate.
Very, very long and complex finish, oak-rich, hints of smoke, cocoa, buttery...
One of our all-time favourite Speyside malts.
Sweet lingers with honey bouquet, yet unexpectedly light on palate, with a sherry undertone. Best to be enjoyed on its own. A great price point for a 25-year old dram, but the taste feels more like half of the age statement, which probably explains the price!
I am not a Scotch expert. I am a normal gentleman that has tried several Single Malt Whiskeys in restaurants, and wants to learn more. To do that I recently purchased 10 samples. At least one was from each region of Scotland. I had no regard for price. The goal was to try some very fine Whiskeys. I wanted to learn. This review is based on that. I am giving each sample 5 stars simply because they are all fine whiskeys and my pallet is not refined enough to make a 1-5 judgement. This is a great Whiskey. Very smooth, with just a hint of Sherry taste. Very smooth. Very drinkable. Of all the samples I bought ths was far and away the lowest priced. It was also one of the best. I'll guarantee that there will be a bottle of this in my cupboard.
Picked this up for special occasions (we will see if that last). Easily one of the top 3 drams I have ever had.
Though a little underwhelming for a 25yr character, this is a great whisky. Not too much influence from either the oak or the distillery. Very good balance without one overpowering the other. Nose - Slight menthol, sherry & mild chocolate Palate - Smooth. Full body. The long maturation is easily enjoyable. Superb. Mild spice, chocolate & cinnamon. Finish - Long. Bitter sweetness. I have 3 family cask Glenfarclas -1986/1988 & 1991. They are amazing whiskies. Excellent balance. But they are slightly better because of the high ABV. A few might lack the experience in tasting much aged whiskies & their reviews probably reflect just the analysis of the intensity of the whisky.
I'm about 1/4 into my bottle now. I find the complexity and thickness of this liquid changes when the dram is poured and left for at least 20mins. I keep my whisky in a dark cool cupboard so I think the change to a warmer temperature helps this open up. This bottle was supposed to be kept for special occasions but I find drinking this 25 is a special occasion so it's catch 22!! This is a cross between a Christmas cake and a Black Forest gateaux with extra cherries. You can sip this and chew it, splendid stuff
