Glenfarclas 1982 - 2018 The Family Cask #632

The Glenfarclas 1982 - 2018 The Family Cask #632 is a very special single malt whisky, part of Glenfarclas' prestigious Family Casks series. This whisky was distilled in 1982 and matured for 36 years in a hogshead, resulting in a unique and complex taste experience. It was bottled in December 2018 and has an alcohol content of 47.1%. Only 176 bottles of this edition were produced, making it very rare and sought-after.

Tasting note

Nose

The nose is rich and complex, with notes of dried fruit, nuts and a subtle hint of sherry influences. This is complemented by delicate woody aromas and a hint of spiciness.

Taste

The palate is full and robust, with layers of dark chocolate, sultanas and dried figs. The influence of the long maturation in the hogshead cask is evident, providing a soft oak undertone and a slight hint of smoke.

Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of sweet spices, dried fruit and a subtle smokiness that slowly fades.

Glenfarclas Distillery

Glenfarclas Distillery is located in the heart of the Speyside region, at the foot of Mount Ben Rinnes in Ballindalloch. Founded in 1836 by Robert Hay and owned by the Grant family since 1865, Glenfarclas has a rich history of more than a century and a half in producing high-quality single malt whiskies. This distillery prides itself on its independence and family management, which contributes to the consistent quality and character of their products.

A unique feature of Glenfarclas is the use of directly fired copper pot stills, which contributes to the rich and full flavour of their whiskies. The distillery uses pure spring water from nearby springs on the Ben Rinnes, providing a pure and fresh base for their whisky.

Glenfarclas whiskies are known for their rich, complex flavour profiles, with notes of sherry, dried fruit and spices. The whiskies are mainly matured in ex-Oloroso sherry casks, creating a deep, sweet and layered flavour experience. The combination of a beautiful location, traditional techniques and high-quality production makes Glenfarclas a respected name in the world of Scotch whisky.

What others say about it

On WhiskyBase, this whisky gets an average score of 92.25 points with 14 ratings.