Glenfarclas 11 year old - Sherry Cask Matured

Profile: The Glenfarclas 11 year old - Sherry Cask Matured at a glance

• Speyside Tradition: Independent family distillery with over 150 years of history
• Sherry Cask Maturation: 11 years shaped by carefully selected sherry casks
• Travel Retail Exclusive: Bottled specifically for the international travel trade
• Authentic Craftsmanship: Glenfarclas embodies consistency and Scottish whisky heritage
• Natural: Bottled without added colorings & Without chill filtration

Portrait: What makes the Glenfarclas 11 year old - Sherry Cask Matured special

Sometimes it's the unexpected encounters between security and Gate C17 that enhance the travel experience. For example, a bottle of Glenfarclas 11 Year Old - Sherry Cask Matured, sitting there quite innocently on the shelf - carrying with it a rather impressive family history.

This single malt is produced by the traditional Glenfarclas Distillery, located in the famous whisky region of Speyside. The distillery has been owned by the Grant family since 1865 – now in its sixth generation. While elsewhere managers change like airport gates, here they remain remarkably consistent. Family-run, independent, and proud of it. The name "Glenfarclas" means "Valley of the Green Grass." That sounds less like duty-free hustle and bustle and more like a Scottish postcard idyll.
And indeed, the distillery lies at the foot of Ben Rinnes, surrounded by nature, tradition, and probably more casks than one cares to count. Glenfarclas is known for its consistent maturation in sherry casks – a kind of trademark of the house.
Added to this are impressively large, direct-fired stills, almost museum pieces, but still actively used. Here, modernization doesn't happen just because it's fashionable. Here, tradition is preserved because it works.

The 11-year-old bottling for the travel retail market acts like the cosmopolitan offspring of a venerable family: somewhat younger, dynamic, but clearly recognizable as part of a long line. You can't get it everywhere – and that's precisely what makes it so appealing. A whisky that collects more stories in its suitcase than many a frequent flyer.

In short: Glenfarclas 11 Year Old isn't a loud show-off. Rather, it's the charming travel companion who, at just the right moment, mentions that his family has been distilling whisky for over 150 years – without being boastful.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Glenfarclas 11 year old - Sherry Cask Matured tastes like

• Nose: Fruity and inviting with a clear sherry cask influence. Aromas of raisins, dates, and dried apricots rise first to the nose. These are joined by caramel, a touch of honey, and a hint of roasted almonds. Subtle hints of spice and discreet oak notes round out the aroma.
• Palate: Full and balanced with a pleasant sweetness at the start. Dark dried fruits and toffee take center stage, accompanied by nuances of dark chocolate. Spicy elements such as cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg add structure. The oak is present but well-integrated, providing depth.
• Finish: Medium-long with lingering sherry notes. Dried fruit and a delicate nuttiness linger, accompanied by a gentle, dry spiciness. The finish is warm, harmonious, and balanced.