To find a cask strength anything for 70 CAD is rare, and just like their affordable age statements, Glenfarclas does it again. The nose delivers a great perfume, assertive but soft with a quick waft of floral jumping out, and then banana and apple rising to the top next. Creamy vanilla butterscotch hangs around in the middle, and malty grain with just a touch of ethanol rounds out the experience. The palate is of course more aggressive with the 120 proof, with lots if flavour but not overly complicated. Honey and earthy malt are the main player here, and stick around far longer then you expect. While you wait to find more layers you realize your still in the malt room spooning it directly into your mouth. A light smoke leads into some baking spice but feel disproportionate to how full the front and mid palate were. Finish isn’t super long but does keep your attention. Some oaky tannins mixed with pepper and proof heat are welcome here. This is what the St Benards should have in the casks running around the alps. Overall a very flavourful whisky that is a good kick up from the 10/12/15 and super affordable.