Glenfarclas 25 is a true Speyside Whisky in the heart of Scotland. It represents the Scottish whisky heritage by taking the time to mature the spirit into a uniquely complex and superb whisky. The spirit is 100% malted barley matured for 25 long years in first fill ex-Oloroso Sherry casks. Glenfarclas 25 is bottled at 43% ABV which adds to its depth and allows it's richness to excel. Color: Deep Gold Upon pouring the Glenfarclas 25 into my Copita Nosing Glass, I was hit with wonderful aromas of sherry and oak which told me this was going to be heavily sherried. While inspecting the spirit, I noticed the deep golden colors that masked my glass and its elegant legs dripping down the sides. The nose is very floral but sophisticated with complex but gentle notes of sherry, dark chocolate, oak, orange marmalade, and some hints of nuts. The palate is slightly smoky accompanied by coffee notes that arise with continuing hints of nuts, dark chocolate, oak, sherry, and leather. The finish is long and intense but still warm and welcoming with notes of cherry, cocoa, leather and oak. Glenfarclas 25 is a well-rounded, complex, and full-bodied whisky that is top shelf worthy.