Glenfarclas Matusalem - Limited Edition 2015/2026

Profile: An Overview of the Glenfarclas Matusalem - Limited Edition 2015/2026

• A world premiere outside the distillery – exclusive to the German market
• Distilled in 2015 – fully matured in two Matusalem sherry casks
• Two rare 650-litre casks – vatted together for the very first time
• 100% Matusalem cask-matured – aged in traditional dunnage warehouses
• Strictly limited to 1,670 bottles – an exceptional Glenfarclas rarity

Portrait: What makes the Glenfarclas Matusalem - Limited Edition 2015/2026 special

A premiere with a Scottish pedigree and a penchant for large casks.
Some premieres take place on the red carpet; others unfold within the hallowed walls of warehouses in the Scottish Highlands. Glenfarclas has opted for the latter—presenting the Matusalem Matured Vintage 2015, a true rarity for whisky enthusiasts and collectors alike.

The historic Glenfarclas distillery is located in Speyside, at the foot of Ben Rinnes, and has been owned by the Grant family since 1865. It is one of the few independent Scotch whisky distilleries still managed by a family today. While international corporations have long since taken the helm elsewhere, Glenfarclas remains committed to family tradition, continuity, and a healthy dose of Scottish independence.

For this 2026 limited edition, Distillery Manager Callum A. Fraser has married two exceptionally rare Matusalem sherry casks. Each boasts a substantial capacity of 650 liters and previously held the Cream Sherry of the same name. The whisky was distilled in 2015 and matured exclusively in these two extraordinary casks, housed within the distillery’s traditional dunnage warehouses.

What is truly remarkable about this is that it is the very first Glenfarclas Matusalem Cask Edition to be released outside of the distillery—and it is exclusive to the German market. A premiere well worth a pat on the back—or, better yet, a toast to Glenfarclas.

The production run is also quite limited: only 1,670 bottles were filled. The marriage of two 650-liter Matusalem casks makes this edition an exceptionally rare release in the history of Glenfarclas.

In short, this is a whisky you won’t just stumble upon every day—and if you do, consider it a very fortunate stroke of luck. For Glenfarclas fans, enthusiasts of unique sherry-cask maturation, and collectors alike, this German premiere represents a noteworthy chapter in the tradition of Scotch whisky.

Distilled: 2015
Bottled: 2026
Limited Edition: 1,670 bottles
Exclusive to Germany

Tasting Notes: This is how the Glenfarclas Matusalem - Limited Edition 2015/2026 tastes like

• Nose: On the nose, we encounter sweet toffee and dark chocolate, which blend harmoniously with notes of ripe fruit. These are complemented by delicate hints of hazelnuts and coffee, accompanied by a creamy sherry sweetness.
• Palate: On the palate, this Glenfarclas is robust, full-bodied, and expressive. Intense oak spice and dark chocolate meet notes of ripe fruit. A seductive sweetness and the characteristic creaminess of the Cream Sherry create a rich, multi-layered profile.
• Finish: The finish is long-lasting and pleasantly warming. Sweet impressions linger, while dark chocolate and subtle oak spice gradually fade away. A gentle, creamy touch of Cream Sherry makes a final appearance—though not without a friendly parting tap.