Glenfarclas 21 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Capital Importers Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Glenfarclas
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £850
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Honey, Old Wood
- Description
- This late-1980s bottling of Glenfarclas 21 Year Old represents an earlier presentation era, housed in the distillery's distinctive square bottle with side grooves. The 43% ABV and distillery bottling standards ensure classic Speyside character—honeyed malt, orchard fruits, and gentle oak influence. A historical expression that reflects the distillery's style before modern marketing evolved. Suited to those collecting different eras of Glenfarclas or seeking a more approachable entry into the distillery's archive.
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Glenfarclas 21 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Capital Importers Speyside Whisky is a from Glenfarclas (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, honey, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This late-1980s bottling of Glenfarclas 21 Year Old represents an earlier presentation era, housed in the distillery's distinctive square bottle with side grooves. The 43% ABV and distillery bottling standards ensure classic Speyside character—honeyed malt, orchard fruits, and gentle oak influence. A historical expression that reflects the distillery's style before modern marketing evolved. Suited to those collecting different eras of Glenfarclas or seeking a more approachable entry into the distillery's archive.
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