Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
- Distillery
- Glenfarclas
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52.4%
- Age
- 40 years
- Price
- £478.71
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- This Glenfarclas from cask 6056 was laid down in 1973 and bottled 40 years later in autumn 2013, yielding just 139 bottles of sherry-aged Speyside heritage. The distillery's commitment to family cask releases preserves single barrels that document decades of their house style.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) is a 40-year-old single malt from Glenfarclas (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 52.4% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This Glenfarclas from cask 6056 was laid down in 1973 and bottled 40 years later in autumn 2013, yielding just 139 bottles of sherry-aged Speyside heritage. The distillery's commitment to family cask releases preserves single barrels that document decades of their house style.
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