Glenfarclas was purchased by a John Grant in 1865 as an adjunct to a farm (Glenfarclas means glen of the green grassland) and continues in family ownership under the direction of John L. S. Grant (Chairman and 5th generation) and his son George (Director of Sales and 6th generation).

The spring water which ensured the plentiful green grass proved to be one of the essential components contributing to the distinct flavour of Glenfarclas highland Single Malt Whisky.

Crystal clear, it bubbles up from the underlying granite on the slopes of the Speyside mountain, Ben Rinnes, to supply the distillery below.

This water combines with the finest malted barley to provide a mash which is then twice distilled in traditional, direct fired, copper pot stills, the largest in Speyside.

The 105  is a non-age-statement blend of ex-sherry and ex-bourbon cask matured whisky and is bottled at 60% ABV.

Producer’s Tasting Notes

Nose: Complex, oaky, apples and pears, and a tempting dark toffee sweetness.

Flavour: Dry and assertive, develops quickly to reveal a rich spiciness, combined with a hint of oak and sherried fruit.

Finish: Amazingly smooth for the strength; wonderfully warming with a lingering smokiness, yet very rounded.