Glenfarclas produces a line of single malt whiskys in Speyside; this one came as a birthday gift, and on recommendation from a Vintages product consultant. Pours copper in color, with an average weight. Nose is a waft of heather and honey, medium sweet with notes of beeswax and nutmeg. On the palate, it's a nice medium bodied Scotch, firm, with hints of wood, vanilla and spice, carrying the 43% ABV quite well. With water the acidity jumps a little, you can pick out some citrus oils and ginger. The finish is a little waxy and warming. Easy going, yet complex enough to enjoy, benchmark highland Speyside.
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