Well I'm impressed with the Glenfarclas.

It's not quite how I imagined it would be, considering what the 105 is like and how I was looking for a richer, more sherried malt.

There is indeed the deep sweetness of the sherry casks and an underlying tone of raisin and dried fruit, like the 105. However, much more prominent is the oil and tar in both nose and palate. Definitely has a thick mouth feel.

A teaspoon of water releases more lighter, fruitier flavours in addition, though I don't think that this necessarily makes it any better, just different.

If I didn't know, I'd probably mistake this for an island whisky. Glad I picked this one up!