Glenfarclas 17 Year

A- amber +1, high viscosity N- licorice, cereal, sweet (caramel, brûlée, vanilla, Mik chocolate), fruity ( dark berries, plums, apricots), wet oak P- light cereal spicy arrival, full, rich, oily, licorice, sweet ( brûlée, milk chocolate) fruity ( dark berries, plums), walnuts, wet oak F- short to medium finish, cereal-sweet-oaky aftertaste C- good entry level dram with a gentle straight forward approach, not complex but yummy, be aware that price varies a lot depending on the market so do your research

Drinks a touch higher than 43%. Sherry is present but doesn't overwhelm the malt. Slight bitterness on the palate.

Poured neat in a glencairn and rested 15 minutes. Aroma is malt heavy with hints of candied fruits. Flavor is noticeably oaky and slightly sweet, with notes of cherry candy and hints of chocolate. Finish is clean with a pleasant astringency.