Glenfarclas 21 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 26 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Sherryish, nutty aromas predominate. Then malt (slightly buttery), and peat. Each seems to manifest itself as a separate hit. Palate Lively expression of classic Speyside flavours: sherry, malt and slight smokiness. Finish Lightly peaty. Appetising. Comment A straightforward Speyside classic. Also big enough to benefit from considerable age.

Dave Broom Nose Takes time to open, and once some water is added, there’s a wall of aromas: rich, fruity with some toffee, vanilla, caramelised apple, barley sugar, coconut, dried fruit and hints of peat and banana. Palate Dry, quite heathery overall. A firm body with rich and ripe mid-palate. A whisky that demands to be chewed. Finish Powerful, heather and bracken. Moreish. Comment Excellent, has great balance.