Founded in 1836 on the Recherlich Farm in Speyside, Scotland, Glenfarclas Distillery has a storied history. Originally established by Robert Hay, a tenant farmer, it later passed to John Grant, a cattle breeder, and was rescued from bankruptcy by the Grant Brothers. Today, George S. Grant, the sixth generation, manages this independent distillery.
Glenfarclas Single Malt Scotch Whisky, made from freshly harvested barley and Ben Rinnes Mountain spring water, embraces tradition with direct-heated copper-pot stills. Glenfarclas 105, a cask-strength expression, originated in 1968 as a Christmas gift. This classic whisky, rated 95 points by Wine Enthusiast, offers an aroma of apples, pears, and dark coffee. With water, it reveals rich spices, oak, and sherry on the palate, concluding with a long, smooth finish and a lingering smoky flavor. Recognized for its almost bourbon-like beauty, Glenfarclas 105 remains a "Best Bang For Your Buck" according to Malt Maniacs.