{"product_id":"glenfarclas-12-year","title":"Glenfarclas 12 Year","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlenfarclas 12 Year is the entry expression from one of Scotland's last family-owned independent distilleries — the Grant family has owned and operated Glenfarclas since 1865, producing exclusively sherry-cask-matured Speyside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-malt\"\u003esingle malt\u003c\/a\u003e without corporate interruption for over 150 years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12 Year is the most approachable expression in the Glenfarclas range — at 43% ABV it presents the distillery's signature sherry cask character at its most accessible, with the dried fruit, vanilla, and spice of oloroso-influenced maturation without the full intensity of the older expressions. The Grant family's commitment to sherry casks across the entire range is what distinguishes Glenfarclas from distilleries that use sherry only as a finishing tool. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and sherried — dried fruit, chocolate, vanilla, and warm spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and warming — sherry sweetness, dried fig, cinnamon, and oak\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long, smooth, with lingering sherry and spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glenfarclas, Ballindalloch, Speyside (est. 1836, Grant family since 1865)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speyside, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAge Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sherry-seasoned oak\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs Glenfarclas 12 a good introduction to sherried Scotch?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it is one of the most recommended entry points to sherry-influenced single malt. The accessible price and 43% ABV make the sherry cask character approachable without overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does Glenfarclas 12 compare to Macallan 12 Sherry Oak?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are sherried Speyside single malts but from different traditions. Glenfarclas 12 is more old-fashioned and robust — earthy and full-flavoured. Macallan 12 Sherry Oak is more polished and refined. Glenfarclas overdelivers on price; Macallan carries significant brand premium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Glenfarclas 12 a good introduction to sherried Scotch?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — one of the most recommended entry points to sherry-influenced single malt. The accessible price and 43% ABV make the character approachable.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does Glenfarclas 12 compare to Macallan 12 Sherry Oak?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Both are sherried Speyside single malts. Glenfarclas 12 is more old-fashioned and robust. Macallan 12 Sherry Oak is more polished and refined. Glenfarclas overdelivers on price.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Glenfarclas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42904564400199,"sku":"088004033248","price":77.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/Glenfarclas.jpg?v=1782426250","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/glenfarclas-12-year","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}