Glenfarclas 1961 / Bot.1991 / Sherry Cask Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Glenfarclas
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £3500
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Cooked Fruit
- Description
- This 1961 vintage was released in a limited run of 2,500 bottles in 1991, offering a rare glimpse of Speyside from whisky's golden age. Aged in sherry casks for 30 years and bottled at 43% ABV, it earned 93 points from the Malt Maniacs, recognition of its balance between spirit age and cask influence. The scarcity and critical acclaim make this a sought-after bottling for collectors pursuing pre-1970s Glenfarclas.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glenfarclas 1961 / Bot.1991 / Sherry Cask Speyside Whisky is a from Glenfarclas (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, old wood, cooked fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1961 vintage was released in a limited run of 2,500 bottles in 1991, offering a rare glimpse of Speyside from whisky's golden age. Aged in sherry casks for 30 years and bottled at 43% ABV, it earned 93 points from the Malt Maniacs, recognition of its balance between spirit age and cask influence. The scarcity and critical acclaim make this a sought-after bottling for collectors pursuing pre-1970s Glenfarclas.
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