Glenfarclas 10 Year Old is a Speyside classic, an unpretentious, beautifully crafted single malt that embodies the heart of family-run Scotch whisky making. Produced by the Grant family, who have owned Glenfarclas since 1865, this whisky represents over 150 years of dedication to traditional sherry cask maturation. Light, fresh, and perfectly balanced, it captures the distillery’s signature style, approachable yet full of character, a perfect introduction to the Glenfarclas range.

Product Details:

Brand: Glenfarclas | Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Scotland (Speyside) | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:

Nose: Delicate and inviting, with notes of sherry, honey, malt, and a touch of orchard fruit. Hints of vanilla, almonds, and light oak bring gentle warmth.
Palate: Smooth and elegant. Sweet malty flavors mingle with dried fruit, nuts, and soft spice. A touch of citrus zest adds brightness, balanced by creamy toffee and sherry richness.
Finish: Clean and medium-length with lingering sweetness, gentle oak, and subtle spice.

Production Details:

Crafted using traditional copper pot stills and matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry casks from Jerez, Spain. The 10 year maturation allows the spirit’s natural sweetness and freshness to shine, while the sherry casks impart depth and warmth. Non chill filtered and naturally colored, every bottle reflects Glenfarclas’s commitment to authenticity and integrity in whisky making.

Perfect For:

An ideal whisky for newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Perfect neat or with a splash of water to open its fruit and malt notes. Pairs beautifully with light desserts, shortbread, or soft cheeses.

Expert Notes:

Regarded by critics as one of the best-value single malts in Speyside, Glenfarclas 10 is praised for its balance of freshness and sherry depth. It’s often described as “a gateway to the Glenfarclas house style”, elegant, honest, and consistently satisfying.

Customer Reviews:

“Smooth, sweet, and perfectly balanced, a true Speyside classic.”   Andrew P.
“Light yet full of flavor. You can taste the sherry cask influence beautifully.”   Laura M.
“An everyday dram that never disappoints.”   Colin R.

Interesting Fact:

Glenfarclas remains one of the few independent family-owned distilleries in Scotland. The Grant family has guided its production for six generations, maintaining a focus on traditional techniques and high sherry cask standards.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat at room temperature in a tulip glass to appreciate its soft sherry and malt balance. Add a few drops of water to release notes of citrus and nuts. Avoid ice to preserve its smooth texture and delicate aroma.

Distillery Background:

Founded in 1836, Glenfarclas Distillery sits at the foot of Ben Rinnes in Speyside, a region famed for its rich, elegant single malts. Using spring water from the Ben Rinnes hills and exclusive Oloroso sherry casks, Glenfarclas produces whiskies known for depth, balance, and longevity. The 10 Year Old serves as the purest expression of the distillery’s tradition: youthful, refined, and unmistakably Speyside.