Distiller Notes
The Dalmore 18 is initially matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks. This gives the whisky its foundation of soft vanilla and honey notes. A proportion is then transferred to rare 30 year old Matusalem oloroso sherry casks, exclusively provided by the renowned bodega, Gonzalez Byass. The personally curated sherry casks gift the whisky its rich, deep chocolate character.
Aromas of vanilla, dark chocolate, orange and cinnamon. The palate has hints of dark chocolate, candied citrus fruits, rich coffee, nutmeg and soft licorice. Finishing notes of citrus fruits and rich molasses.
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Wine Enthusiast
This amber Highland Scotch was aged in former Bourbon and oloroso Sherry casks. The end result is a robust, full-bodied, luscious sip, with plenty of rich, concentrated caramel, toffee, fudge and cocoa. It finishes long and bracing, with clove, cigar wrapper and espresso accents.
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Alexander Fleming, Scottish inventor of penicillin, prescribed it as a cure for the common cold. Today Single Malt Scotch Whiskies are prized by enthusiasts and aficionados the world over for their rarity, age and complexity. By definition these must be produced in Scotland from a single distillery and made entirely from malted barley, using a pot still. The appearance, aroma and flavor of a Single Malt Scotch Whisky can vary widely depending on whether it was produced in the Highlands, Lowlands Islands, Speyside, Islay or Campbelltown regions.