What's in a name? Glenfarclas 1959 Family Cask Release IV whisky is called whisky because it's produced in Scotland. Were it from America it would be spelled Glenfarclas 1959 Family Cask Release IV whiskey, rather than whisky.
Nose: Spicy, big. Fruitcake, malty, oak. Well-groomed sherry.
Palate: More fruitcake, deep and rich, rum-like. Toffee, cinnamon. Mochaccino, buttery, dark brown sugar.
Finish: Long, bittersweet, big oak, nutty sherry.