Glenfarclas Reveals Brand New Edition of an Iconic Whisky

Saturday, 30 August 2025 at 17:00

Glenfarclas brings back an icon in a brand new guise. The Glenfarclas 105, once the world’s first commercial cask strength whisky, is undergoing an exclusive makeover in the form of the Hourglass Limited Edition.

FAQ

What is the new edition of the Glenfarclas 105 whisky?
A 12-year-old version of the iconic whisky.

Have more versions of the Glenfarclas 105 been released?
Yes. There was once a non age statement edition, a 10-year-old variant, a 16-year-old one, and even a 22-year-old edition.

What is the alcohol percentage of this whisky?
60 percent ABV (105 proof).

Glenfarclas introduces a unique new edition of the 105

Glenfarclas has released a brand new variant of its 105 whisky. Apart from a non-age statement and three aged whiskies (10, 16 and 22 years old), a new one has surfaced having an age label on it.

The Glenfarclas 105 12 Year Old thereby becomes the fourth version of the renowned single malt from Scotland. The whisky edition has received a unique design.

What is the Glenfarclas 12 Year Old hourglass edition?

The Glenfarclas whisky has matured in Oloroso sherry casks and is bottled at standard 105 proof, equivalent to 60 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).

The whisky is packed in the traditional bottle, which is offered in a special tube featuring an hourglass design.

What are the tasting notes of the Glenfarclas whisky?

The whisky hasn’t received extensive tasting notes, but there is a description of what we might expect. The single malt is said to be rich, potent, with deep sherry tones and warming spices.

Where can you buy the Glenfarclas whisky?

Regarding the bottle's availability, there is bad news. The Glenfarclas 105 12 Year Old Whisky has currently only been released in Germany. There's a limited edition of 4200 bottles available, costing 99.90 euros.

Whether Glenfarclas will introduce a version for other countries has not been announced.