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Scotch Whisky Review: Glenfarclas 1971 Family Cask #151

Distilled in 1971 at Speyside’s Glenfarclas Distillery, and released as part of the Glenfarclas Family Cask series. Matured in a single sherry butt until January 2017, which yielded only 424 bottles. Bottled at 47% ABV.

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Distilled in 1971 at Speyside’s Glenfarclas Distillery, and released as part of the Glenfarclas Family Cask series. Matured in a single sherry butt until January 2017, which yielded only 424 bottles. Bottled at 47% ABV.
Appearance:
Dark Amber
Nose:
Aromas of rich oloroso sherry, accompanied by sweet dried fruits including raisins, prunes, and apricots, with a little orange peel zest. There’s a hint of cinnamon spice, leather, and chocolate.
Palate:
Opens with rich sherry, dried fruits and raisins, there’s also a slightly tart apple note. Holding on the tongue reveals hidden layers, a slightly earthy root note, giving way to a hint of leather, and then sweet milk chocolate.
Finish:
Long and warming, chocolate sweetness endures before giving way to sherry and old wood.
Comments:
An excellent example of a vintage sherry cask matured Glenfarclas, the cask influence is the main feature of this expression but very well integrated with the spirit. One to savour as there are some concealed layers on the palate, I enjoyed the earthy aspects moving to sweetness. Very easy drinking – you could enjoy a few drams easily!

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Mark Bostock

Mark Bostock, an integral part of the Mark Littler LTD UK content writing team since 2019, brings a genuine passion for whisky, especially independent bottlings, to his work. His commitment to expanding his knowledge through attending tasting events and building his own collection enriches his contributions, blending expertise with enthusiasm.

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