The pagoda-style kiln invented by Charles Doig more than 130 years ago, turned the pagoda roof structure common to Asia, into a Scotch whisky icon. It became an integral part of the whisky making process, and today remains a sentimental relic of malt whisky production of years gone by.

Glenfarclas decommissioned its Pagoda Kiln in 1972, it now serves as a historical representation of single malt production. The iconic structure sits above the entrance to the Glenfarclas Visitor Centre which was opened to the public in 1973, and not only acts as a beacon to draw whisky lovers from across the globe to the Glenfarclas distillery but also as the inspiration behind the now legendary Glenfarclas Pagoda Reserve Series of collectable single malt scotch whiskies which all predate 1972.

Glencairn Crystel

From the outset, the project had to reflect the highest possible standards. The chosen medium, 30% Lead Crystal is the finest in the world and provides two distinct points of difference. Firstly, a level of clarity that is not achievable with lower grade crystal or glass; this allows the full colour and richness of the whisky to shine through; and secondly, the substantial weight in hand of the decanter gives it that all important feeling of permanence that matches the extreme age and stature of the whisky inside.

Each decanter was hand-worked in precious metals, and the highest end crystal available to deliver a vessel that would excel as a container to protect the whisky, encourage everyday usage, allow for the whisky to be easily dispensed and resealed, and to look and feel magnificent. Add to this that both the 62-year-old Pagoda Ruby Reserve and 63-yearold Pagoda Sapphire Reserve decanters incorporate the finest delicately colour matched ruby and sapphire precious stones around, and you can begin to see why the Pagoda Series decanters have earned the reputation as being some of the finest examples available in the world today.

Not only is each decanter a visually stunning singular artwork in its own right, they have also been designed to be practical and specifically allow for ease of pouring. The use of silver gives a luster that is not available through substances such as aluminum or steel and, to add provenance, all the silver components are hallmarked. The engraving on such a substrate is also sharper and more detailed and the reflective surface shines with a luxurious intensity.

Information: 

• This Glenfarclas Pagoda Series contain 5 bottles specially designed by Glencairn Crystal with a total price of €132.770. 
• These 5 bottles are hand made and the Single Malt Whisky inside these decanters are aged between 43 – 63 years old. 
• There are between 100 and 180 bottles produced.