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\ud83e\udd43 Glenfarclas The Family Casks 1988 (Rare & Hard to Find)<\/h2>\n

This 1988 vintage single\u2011cask release from the Glenfarclas \u201cThe Family Casks\u201d range is highly sought after by collectors. It originates from a single sherry\u2011matured cask, bottled at cask strength, in very limited numbers. A special miniature version was also produced for the Vietnamese mini\u2011bottle collectors club (MBCCVN), making it even more of a rarity.<\/p>\n

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\u2b50 Features & Details<\/h3>\n

Brand:<\/strong> Glenfarclas
\nExpression:<\/strong> The Family Casks \u2013 Vintage 1988 (Single Cask)
\nType:<\/strong> Single Malt Scotch Whisky
\nRegion \/ Origin:<\/strong> Speyside, Scotland
\nABV:<\/strong> Varies by specific bottling (for example: 53.3%, 52.4%, or 60.2% in miniatures)
\nBottle Size:<\/strong> Standard 700\u202fml; MBCCVN miniature version is 50\u202fml (5\u202fcl)
\nMaturation \/ Cask Details:<\/strong> Matured in sherry butt or hogshead casks (depending on release). Single\u2011cask release.
\nStatus:<\/strong> Extremely rare \u2014 single\u2011cask release, small bottle counts, highly collectible and expensive.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udc43 Tasting Notes<\/h3>\n

Nose:<\/strong> Rich sherry saturation \u2014 dried fruits (raisins, figs, sultanas), dark chocolate, orange peel, walnut, and old oak warehouse aromas.
\nPalate:<\/strong> Full-bodied and intense; fruitcake, toffee, roasted nuts, sherry sweetness, polished oak, and warm spice.
\nFinish:<\/strong> Long and warming, with lingering dried fruit, oak tannins, subtle tobacco\/leather hints, and a sweet-spice tail.<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\udded Independent Review Highlights<\/h3>\n
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  • Widely regarded as one of Glenfarclas\u2019 top single-cask offers from that era.<\/li>\n
  • Collectors value the small bottle counts and unique cask numbers extremely highly.<\/li>\n
  • The MBCCVN miniature version (cask #7133, 60.2% ABV, 192 miniatures) is a niche variant that adds additional rarity and international interest.<\/li>\n
  • Because these are cask-strength and single-cask, variation between specific bottles (cask numbers) is significant \u2014 provenance matters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    \ud83d\udc8e Presentation & Collectibility<\/h3>\n

    Ideal For:<\/strong>
    \nSerious whisky enthusiasts and collectors seeking a rare Speyside sherried single malt from a highly respected distillery; perfect as a trophy bottle or investment piece.<\/p>\n

    Serving Suggestion:<\/strong>
    \nBest enjoyed neat to appreciate its full character. A few drops of water might help open up aromas and smooth the palate. Use a tulip or Glencairn glass and allow time for the whisky to breathe.<\/p>\n

    Collectible Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Condition matters: intact seal, original wooden box (if present), and clear labeling of vintage and cask number enhance value.<\/li>\n
    • Bottle counts are small (e.g., 507 bottles in major releases) and many vintage cask releases are highly sought after.<\/li>\n
    • The MBCCVN miniature release is especially rare and prized by niche collectors of miniatures and region-specific editions.<\/li>\n
    • Each bottle is somewhat one-of-a-kind due to cask type, maturation time, and warehouse conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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