Glenfarclas 2014 Julemalten Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 45,8%

Glenfarclas 2014 Julemalten Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 45.8%

Glenfarclas Jule Malt 2014 is a rare and exclusive single malt whisky created solely for the Danish market. With an ABV of 45.8% and a maturation period of 10 years in selected sherry casks, this Speyside whisky offers a warm and spicy flavor profile tailored for cozy winter moments. Only 600 bottles have been released, making it a sought-after limited edition for collectors and whisky enthusiasts.

Distilled in December 2014 and bottled in 2025, this release marks the beginning of a new Christmas tradition from Glenfarclas – a distillery with proud family roots and a history dating back to 1865. The whisky reflects Glenfarclas’ signature style with deep sherry influence and classic Speyside character.

The aroma opens with notes of spiced dried fruit, sweet honey, and roasted nuts, instantly evoking the warmth and fragrance of the holiday season. On the palate, the whisky unfolds with soft layers of toffee, orange peel, and caramelized malt, elegantly balanced by the richness of the sherry and a silky mouthfeel. The finish is long, rounded, and gently spiced – perfect for a quiet evening by the fire.

Glenfarclas 2014 Julemalten is non-chill filtered and naturally colored, ensuring a genuine and unadulterated whisky experience. The discreet Christmas-themed packaging makes it ideal as a gift or as a special dram for the festive season. A unique opportunity to experience Glenfarclas craftsmanship in a Danish exclusive with depth, warmth, and character.

Distillery: Glenfarclas
Age: 10 years Distilled: December 2014 Bottled: 2025
Type: Single Speyside Malt Whisky
ABV: 45.8%
70 cl
Other: Christmas Malt – Exclusive to Denmark – only 600 bottles
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Owner: Region/district:
J. & G. Grant Speyside

Founded: Status: Capacity:
1836 Active (vc) 3 000 000 litres

Address: Ballindalloch, Banffshire AB37 9BD

Tel: website:
01807 500257 www.glenfarclas.co.uk


History:

1836 – Robert Hay founds the distillery on the original site since 1797.

1865 – Robert Hay passes away and John Grant and his son George buy the distillery for £511.19s on 8th June. They lease it to John Smith at The Glenlivet Distillery.

1870 – John Smith resigns in order to start Cragganmore and J. & G. Grant Ltd takes over.

1889 – John Grant dies and George Grant takes over.

1890 – George Grant dies and his widow Barbara takes over the license while sons John and George control operations.

1895 – John and George Grant take over and form The Glenfarclas-Glenlivet Distillery Co. Ltd with the infamous Pattison, Elder & Co.

1898 – Pattison becomes bankrupt. Glenfarclas encounters financial problems after a major overhaul of the distillery but survives by mortgaging and selling stored whisky to R. I. Cameron, a whisky broker from Elgin.

1914 – John Grant leaves due to ill health and George continues alone.

1948 – The Grant family celebrates the distillery’s 100th anniversary, a century of active licensing. It is 9 years late, as the actual anniversary coincided with WW2.

1949 – George Grant senior dies and sons George Scott and John Peter inherit the distillery.

1960 – Stills are increased from two to four.

1968 – Glenfarclas is first to launch a cask-strength single malt. It is later named Glenfarclas 105.

1972 – Floor maltings is abandoned and malt is purchased centrally.

1973 – A visitor centre is opened.

1976 – Enlargement from four stills to six.

2001 – Glenfarclas launches its first Flower of Scotland gift tin which becomes a great success and increases sales by 30%.

2002 – George S Grant dies and is succeeded as company chairman by his son John L S Grant

2003 – Two new gift tins are released (10 years old and 105 cask strength).

2005 – A 50 year old is released to commemorate the bi-centenary of John Grant´s birth.

2006 – Ten new vintages are released.

2007 – Family Casks, a series of single cask bottlings from 43 consecutive years, is released.

2008 – New releases in the Family Cask range. Glenfarclas 105 40 years old is released.

2009 – A third release in the Family Casks series.

2010 – A 40 year old and new vintages from Family Casks are released.

2011 – Chairman´s Reserve and 175th Anniversary are released.

The above text is from Malt Whisky Year Book. Thanks to Ingvar Ronde, author of Malt Whisky Year Book 2012