Glenfarclas 9 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask (70cl, 44.1%)

A Speyside single malt whisky matured for its full nine years in Oloroso sherry casks, so the sherry influence comes from the whole maturation rather than a finishing period. It combines fruity and spicy impressions with vanilla sweetness and nutty notes, and is non-smoky. The whisky is bottled at 44.1% vol in a 700 ml bottle and comes in a blue tube; its colour is natural, with no added colouring. Glenfarclas is a family-run distillery in Speyside, using directly fired copper stills and traditional dunnage warehouses. Nose: grapes with cinnamon and a subtle peppery sharpness. Palate: gentle vanilla sweetness, almonds and hazelnuts with ripe dates and a fine oak note. Finish: the sherry character remains, leaving a dry impression.