Slainte-Mhath
Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed
January 24, 2020 (edited January 26, 2021)
Batch variation seems to be an issue in Glenfarclas 105, so let's give this 'bang for the buck malt' a proper re-review. Slightly aggressive, the nose starts off with fruity sweetness, strawberry yogurt, candy apple and alcohol. With water, the fruitiness intensifies, featuring peach, roasted nuts and hints of vinegar. After a bold and peppery arrival, this young beast becomes quite tasty. Chocolate, juicy berries and a touch of mint flow into a lingering finish, full of spices, bitter oranges and tiramisu. Calling this malt 'the poor man's A'bunadh' wouldn't do it justice!
RATING: 3.5/5.0 stars ≙ 84 pts → ABOVE AVERAGE
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@cascode What I like about Glenfarclas is that they offer higher age statements at decent prices. The family casks tend to be good value, too.
Good summary review. I enjoy Glenfarclas but they can be a little odd. The profiles of their various expressions are very constant, but quality varies by batch.
Additional comment: My last encounter with Glenfarclas 105 (December 2016) was not very flattering, and I rated it 78 points. The batch I tasted this week was much better, so I decided to give it a re-review. Water is your friend here, and I really don't recommend to taste this neat.